Core vaccines protect against serious, often fatal disease. Timing differs slightly by country and by your vet’s protocol, but the principle is the same: a primary course as a puppy, then boosters. Until the course is complete, keep your puppy off unknown ground while still socialising safely.
Puppy vaccinations: the schedule explained (US/UK/AU/CA)
- Vet-reviewed by Dr. Amara Okafor, DVM
- Last updated June 2, 2026
