ww_1416 Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Hi, I'm a newbie here, can anyone please help me? I just got a French Bulldog yesterday and I'm wondering if anyone knows what is the youngest age that is safe for a puppy to go out for a walk to the park (including meeting other dogs). My puppy is now around 11 weeks old, and 4 years ago when I had my last dog, my vet said not to take your dog out until they'd had their thrid vaccination. Is this true, or, any advice? Much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 My vet told us not to take a puppy out until 2 weeks after the 3rd shot. Our breeder told us that there is far more chance of having an under-socialised puppy than of catching parvo, start taking him out as soon as possible to safe places (ie, not the dog park) from the time he comes home and then get him out and about on walks after the 2nd shot. The breeder I bought my crate from seconded this advice. You can take the puppy to friends houses to meet their dogs pretty much straight away if you want to. I wouldn't be taking it to the dog park or any other areas where lots of (possible un-vaccinated) dogs visit until after his final shot though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitch Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 My puppies all go to puppy preschool at 12 weeks which is after their 2nd injection. Pups don't have full immunity but it is OK as long as you aren't taking the pup to areas that are used by possibly un-immunised dogs. So limited exposure at 12 weeks - full exposure after 16wk injection. It is important to socialise your dog just don't overdo it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ww_1416 Posted May 30, 2009 Author Share Posted May 30, 2009 Thank you so much for your advice secretkei and sticth! thats very useful. Im just worried because 9 yrs ago I had a badexperience with my golden retriever catching a distemper (he hang around with adult dogs before vacc completed). I might try going for a walk instead of park where many dogs hang around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsdogs Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 I carry my puppies when I take them out for walks. It's important that they meet as many different types of people b4 they are 16 weeks old. Puppy preschool at this time will get them used to being around like vaccinated puppies. http://www.dogstardaily.com/training/socialization Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now