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How often does my adult dog require shots?

Most adult dogs receive vaccinations for DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza and Parvo) every 2 years and Bordetella (commonly called “kennel cough”) every year. Rabies boosters are given every three years. Please note that the first rabies vaccine your dog ever receives will only last one year. Subsequent boosters will last three years.

How often does my adult cat require shots?
Most adult cats receive vaccinations for rabies every year. Vaccinations for FVRCP (upper respiratory disease and panleukopenia) every 3 years and Feline Leukemia every 2 years.

My cat is completely indoors. Does he or she still need to be vaccinated?
We recommend that indoor cats receive regular FVRCP vaccinations even if they are strictly indoors due to airborne transmission. Leukemia and rabies vaccinations are optional but not usually necessary.