New Puppy Vaccine/ Puppy Shots

[JulesDogLover]

Hello  I have a ten week old pup who has had her first puppy shot.

 

Now, I understand normally they have three shots (of Companion C3) then they can go out and about. She is due for her second shot soon. 

 

I have since heard of the Nobivac DHP vaccine, which can be given to puppies at 10 weeks old, and that is all they need until 12-18 months. Therefore, they can get out socialising earlier.

 

What I can't find out though, is info on this vaccine. I want to know if for example if this vaccine is 'stronger' ie. more risk of an adverse reaction? What makes it different from Companion C3? 

 

Trying to weigh up the benefits of getting one more shot as opposed to two, but I can't find any information out there about the safety of this new vaccine.

 

I'm concerned and am asking because we lost a dog previously to a suspected adverse vaccine reaction, which was very traumatic. 

 

Anyway, any info on this new vaccine and what you think of it would be much appreciated! Thank you!

 

 

Edited April 29, 2018 by JulesDogLover

[RuralPug]

This is really a question for your vet. The puppy has already been started on a vaccine regimen, so you also need to ask if that regimen can be altered at this point. 

[sandgrubber]

See http://www.msd-animal-health.co.nz/products/nobivac__dhp/020_product_details.aspx or the Oz equivalent.  The drug company indicates 1 jab at 10 weeks is the minimum.  Ask your vet.  I'll be you find a second jab, probably at 14 weeks, is recommended.  It comes down to how much risk you want to take...and whether there's parvo around.

[Dogsfevr]

its not new but your pup will need a second vac per it’s regime 

Edited April 29, 2018 by Dogsfevr

[Rebanne]

you can start taking your pup out now. Yes there is a slight risk but it can be done if you are sensible. You can take pup on car rides and park in busy places and sit in the car and let the pup take in all the sights and sounds. You could go to a puppy preschool class. You can go to friends places even if they don't have a dog. Things like that.  Also there has been a 10 week shot around for years. I think it is the same as the one that you are talking about. Personally I vaccinate a C3 at 8 weeks and 12 weeks and do not do a 3rd one.