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Although it’s not very nice to see your new pup squirm when he goes to get his puppy shots, the reality of the situation is that by taking him for dog vaccinations you could actually be saving his life. There are some horrible deadly dog diseases such as parvovirus and canine distemper that you will certainly want to protect your dog from as they may result in death.
What are Dog Vaccinations?
Dog vaccinations are injections that give your dog a small dose of a disease in order to build up immunity and therefore prevent it from getting that disease in the future, much like the shots that are recommended for babies and children. Dog vaccinations will be recommended by your breeder or rescue centre and vet.
It’s also essential to take your dog to get his puppy shots so that he can be socialised without risk of infecting or being infected by other dogs as some canine diseases or spread by contact. Some training centres and doggy daycare or boarding centres will require evidence of vaccinations before they can be allowed in, and so it’s in everyones best interest to get them.
