Why do dogs need vaccinations?

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Dogs are vaccinated to prevent highly contagious and often fatal viral diseases such as distemper, parvovirus, infectious hepatitis, and rabies. After puppies reach 45-50 days of age, maternal antibodies gradually decrease while their bodies are still developing, leaving their immunity weak and making them prone to infections with high mortality.

Owners should take puppies to a veterinary hospital for vaccination at around two months of age to ensure they have enough antibodies to fight off viruses.

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