What is the puppy vaccination schedule in India?
Answered by our veterinary team
Getting vaccinations right from the start is one of the most important things you can do for a new puppy in India. Here is the standard vaccination schedule recommended by veterinarians across India:
Core vaccines for dogs in India
- **DHPPiL (5-in-1)**: Covers Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Leptospirosis - **Rabies**: Legally required in India under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act
Vaccination schedule
| Age | Vaccine | |---|---| | 6–8 weeks | DHPPiL (first dose) | | 10–12 weeks | DHPPiL (second dose) | | 14–16 weeks | DHPPiL (third dose) + Rabies (first dose) | | 12–15 months | Annual booster: DHPPiL + Rabies | | Every year after | Annual DHPPiL + Rabies |
Additional vaccines (recommended based on risk)
- **Kennel Cough (Bordetella)**: Recommended if your dog attends grooming salons, boarding, or dog parks - **Coronavirus**: Some vets recommend this in high-density urban areas
Deworming schedule (alongside vaccines)
Puppies in India are typically dewormed at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks, then monthly until 6 months, then every 3 months lifelong.
Important
Don't take your puppy outside to public areas, dog parks, or walk them on the street until they have received all three DHPPiL doses. Parvovirus is common in India and can be fatal in unvaccinated puppies.
Always get vaccinations done by a licensed veterinarian who will provide a proper vaccination card — this is required for boarding, international travel, and in some states for registration.
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