Dog and cat vaccine schedule

A typical timeline for puppy and kitten vaccines, boosters and adult revaccination, based on the WSAVA 2024 guidelines. Enter a birth date or an age to see what is done, due now and coming up.

Species

A birth date shows calendar dates. An age shows how old your pet will be at each dose.

Adopted an adult, or missed doses? Your vet will plan catch-up doses; the timings below assume vaccination started on schedule.

Dog vaccine schedule

VaccineTypePuppy dosesBoosterAdultWhere your pet is
Distemper, hepatitis (adenovirus) and parvovirus (DHP)Protects against distemper, infectious hepatitis (adenovirus) and parvovirus.Core8, 12, 16 weeks6 monthsFrom 3 years, then every 3 years
RabiesProtects against rabies. Check local law for the age, the booster and how often it is repeated.Required by law in many places12 weeks15 monthsThen as the vaccine label and local law require
LeptospirosisProtects against leptospirosis.Core where the disease is common8, 12 weeksNoneFrom 15 months, then every year
Kennel cough (Bordetella and parainfluenza)Protects against Bordetella and parainfluenza.Lifestyle8 weeksNoneFrom 14 months, then every year
Lyme diseaseProtects against Borrelia spread by ticks. Usually given before tick season.Lifestyle8, 12 weeksNoneFrom 15 months, then every year
Canine influenzaProtects against canine influenza. The vaccine is licensed only in the USA.Lifestyle6, 10 weeksNoneFrom 14 months, then every year

Cat vaccine schedule

VaccineTypeKitten dosesBoosterAdultWhere your pet is
Panleukopenia, herpesvirus and calicivirus (FVRCP)Protects against panleukopenia, feline herpesvirus and calicivirus.Core8, 12, 16 weeks6 monthsFrom 3 years, then every 3 yearsCat flu parts (herpesvirus and calicivirus): every year for cats at higher risk
RabiesProtects against rabies. Check local law for the age, the booster and how often it is repeated.Required by law in many places12 weeks15 monthsThen as the vaccine label and local law require
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV)Protects against FeLV. A cat should test negative before the first dose.Core for kittens and cats at risk8, 12 weeks15 monthsThen as the vaccine label and local law requireEvery year for pets at high risk

What the labels mean

  • CoreRecommended for every pet.
  • Core where the disease is commonRecommended for every pet where the disease is common. Ask your vet whether it is common near you.
  • Core for kittens and cats at riskRecommended for kittens, and for adult cats that go outdoors or live with cats that do, where the disease is common.
  • LifestyleDepends on where your pet lives and goes. Ask your vet.
  • Required by law in many placesMany places require it by law, and local law sets the timing. Check local law.

Your vet may adjust this for your pet, your region and the vaccine brand. Reviewed October 27, 2026

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This is general information, not veterinary advice. Ask your vet about your own pet.

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