Similarly, you may ask, what vaccines does my dog really need?
The American Animal Hospital Association publishes vaccine recommendations every few years that most veterinarians follow. They have a few “core” vaccines they say every dog should get: rabies, distemper, parvo, and adenovirus. The rest are considered “non-core” and should be given to at-risk dogs only.
Also, do indoor dogs need vaccinations?
It is a myth that dogs who live indoors do not need to be vaccinated against infectious diseases. Canine distemper virus and canine parvovirus are two infections against which veterinarians vaccinate their canine patients. Vaccination against distemper and parvovirus is important because these diseases can be deadly.
What shots are required for dogs by law?
In dogs, the core vaccines are distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis and rabies. In cats, they are panleukopenia, calicivirus, rhinotracheitis (herpesvirus), and rabies as required by law.
What happens if you never vaccinate your dog?
Diseases such as rabies, hepatitis, parvovirus, feline leukaemia and FIV can be very serious and even fatal, especially in puppies and kittens.