Enter your pet's date of birth to generate a complete, date-specific vaccination schedule. Dogs and cats, from first shots to annual boosters. Based on WSAVA core guidelines.
Dogs & Cats WSAVA GuidelinesWSAVA core + non-core schedule
🩺 General schedule based on WSAVA guidelines. Your vet may adjust based on local disease risk and your pet's individual health. Always confirm with a licensed veterinarian.
Vaccines are one of the most cost-effective tools in preventive veterinary medicine. The WSAVA (World Small Animal Veterinary Association) divides vaccines into core (recommended for all pets regardless of lifestyle) and non-core (recommended based on geographic risk, lifestyle, and individual circumstances).
Core vaccines for dogs include Distemper, Parvovirus, Adenovirus (DAP/DHPPi), and Rabies (required by law in most countries). Core vaccines for cats include Feline Panleukopenia (FPV), Feline Herpesvirus (FHV-1), and Feline Calicivirus (FCV), often combined as FVRCP, plus Rabies. After the initial puppy/kitten series and a 1-year booster, many core vaccines can be administered every 3 years rather than annually, according to WSAVA guidelines. Your vet may use titer testing to verify immunity.
Non-core vaccines, such as Leptospirosis, Bordetella (kennel cough), Lyme disease for dogs, and Feline Leukemia (FeLV) for cats, may be recommended by your vet based on your pet's exposure risk. Always discuss your pet's lifestyle and travel plans with your vet to determine which non-core vaccines are appropriate.
Our vaccination schedule follows the core and non-core vaccine recommendations published by the AAHA for dogs and the AAFP for cats, updated to reflect current veterinary guidelines.
The first puppy vaccine is typically given at 6-8 weeks of age. The series continues at 10-12 weeks and 14-16 weeks for DAP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus). A booster is given at 12 months, then every 3 years for core vaccines according to WSAVA guidelines. Rabies timing depends on local regulations.
Yes. Even fully indoor cats should receive core vaccines (FVRCP and Rabies). Rabies is legally required in many jurisdictions regardless of lifestyle. FVRCP protects against diseases that can be brought in on clothing or through windows, and provides protection in case of accidental escape. FeLV is recommended for cats with outdoor access or exposure to unknown cats.
After the initial puppy or kitten series and the 1-year booster, core vaccines (DAP for dogs, FVRCP for cats) can often be given every 3 years per WSAVA guidelines. Rabies frequency is determined by local law and the specific vaccine used. Non-core vaccines like Bordetella and Leptospirosis are typically annual. Your vet may use titer tests to verify immunity instead of automatically revaccinating.
A titer test (or antibody test) measures the level of antibodies in your pet's blood against specific diseases. It can be used to verify that previous vaccination provided adequate immunity before deciding whether a booster is needed. WSAVA supports titer testing as an alternative to automatic re-vaccination for core vaccines. Ask your vet if titer testing is appropriate for your pet.
Modern veterinary guidelines recommend titering (blood testing for antibody levels) as an alternative to routine boosters for certain core vaccines. Over-vaccination can occasionally cause injection-site reactions, allergic responses, or, in rare cases, immune-mediated conditions. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) publish evidence-based schedules that balance protection with minimal unnecessary vaccination.