Overview
Vaccinating your puppy is a hugely important aspect of keeping them safe and healthy. But in recent years, puppy vaccination rates have fallen slightly. In the UK, only around 80% of dogs have been vaccinated putting them at risk of deadly diseases such as leptospirosis and canine distemper. Factors like insurance and neutering status affect these rates, with insured dogs (89%) and neutered dogs (84.7%) more likely to be vaccinated. Vaccination rates also vary across regions, from 75.4% in Scotland to 86.1% in East England, and dogs in better off areas are more often vaccinated.
In this article, we look at some of the most-searched ‘puppy vaccinations’ queries on the web and dispel some of the myths around them.
Do puppies need vaccines?
When do puppies need vaccines?
How much are puppy vaccinations?
Puppy vaccination FAQs
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Published on 23/07/2020 • Reviewed on 04/11/2024