Recommended Vaccinations for your Australian Labradoodle
Disclaimer: The following is for infomation purposes only. Please consult your veterinarian for recommendations regarding the needs of your individual pet.
The following are the 2006 AAHA Revised Canine Vaccination Guidelines. Most notable are changes to the revaccination schedule. The Guidelines now recommend booster vaccination of adult dogs at intervals of every three years or longer (instead of annually) after regular puppy immunizations and an initial booster at one year of age.
There is some concern in the veterinary community that extending the revaccination schedule from every year to every three years or longer will result in pet owners delaying physical examinations until vaccinations are due. It is very important that all dogs have a yearly physical exam even if you are following the delayed immunization guidelines. Early detection of diseases and illness can result in lower cost of treatment and a longer life for your pet.
| Core Vaccines | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Vaccine |
Puppy Vaccination |
Revaccination (Booster) |
Notes |
| Parvovirus (CPV-2) (MLV) | 3 doses between 6 and 16 weeks of age at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks (ie. 7, 11 and 15 weeks). | Booster should be given at 1 year, followed by a revaccination at intervals of 3 years or longer | Studies have shown protection of up to 7 years with MLV vaccine. |
| Distemper (CDV) (MLV) | 3 doses between 6 and 16 weeks of age at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks (ie. 7, 11 and 15 weeks). | Booster should be given at 1 year, followed by a revaccination at intervals of 3 years or longer | Studies have shown protection of 5 to 7 years with MLV vaccine. |
| Adenovirus-2 (CAV-2) (MLV) | 3 doses between 6 and 16 weeks of age at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks (ie. 7, 11 and 15 weeks). | Booster should be given at 1 year, followed by a revaccination at intervals of 3 years or longer | Studies have shown protection of 7 years or more with CAV-2 MLV vaccine. |
| Rabies 1-year and 3-year (killed) | 1 dose as early as 3 months of age. | Booster should be given 1 year following initial vaccination. 1 year and 3 year vaccines are available. Consult your veterinarian as state and local laws apply to rabies vaccination. | Rabies vaccinations must be administered by or under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. |
| Non Core Vaccines | |||
Vaccine |
Puppy Vaccination |
Revaccination (Booster) |
Notes |
| Parainfluenza (CPIV) (MLV-parenteral) | 3 doses between 6 and 16 weeks of age at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks (ie. 7, 11 and 15 weeks). | Booster at 1 year, followed by a revaccination at intervals of 3 years is considered protective, | |
| Bordetella (MLV - intranasal) | First dose as early as 3 weeks. Second dose 2-4 weeks later. | Annually | Usually required to attend puppy classes or boarding facilities. |
Dr. Dodds Minimal Vaccine Use Protocol
The following is a minimal vaccine protocol that can be followed where fewer vaccinations are desired. Certain dog breeds and sizes are more susceptible to adverse reactions to vaccines and dogs with immune disorders or susceptibility to immune disorders may benefit from minimal vaccine use. Please consult your veterinarian for vaccination advise.
| Age of Puppy | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 9 - 10 weeks | Distemper + Parvovirus (MLV) |
| 14 weeks | Distemper + Parvovirus (MLV) |
| 16 - 18 weeks (optional | Distemper + Parvovirus (MLV) |
| 20 weeks or older (as per your local laws) | Rabies |
| 1 year | Distemper + Parvovirus (MLV) |
| 1 year | Rabies, killed 3-year product (give 3-4 weeks apart from distemper/parvovirus booster) |
Dr. Dodds then recommends annual titer testing be done to assess the need for additional vaccination.