The puppy is born and begins its first contact with the world. At this stage, it is completely dependent on the mother: it receives nutrition, warmth, and passive immunity through colostrum. It is essential to ensure a calm, warm environment and to monitor the puppy’s health and weight gain.
6 weeks — First vaccination (DP)
14 May 2025
The first vaccination is usually given at around 6 weeks of age. A monovalent or bivalent vaccine against distemper and parvovirus (known as the DP vaccine) is used. This is important because maternal antibodies begin to decline, making the puppy more vulnerable to infections.
8 weeks — Second vaccination (DHP + L)
28 May 2025
The second vaccination is administered at around 8 weeks of age. A polyvalent vaccine is used to protect against distemper, adenovirus (infectious hepatitis), parvovirus, and leptospirosis (DHP + L). This strengthens the active immunity developed in the previous stage.
10 weeks — Ready for relocation
11 June 2025
Approximately 10–14 days after the second vaccination, the puppy completely ready to move to a new home. Its immune system has developed sufficiently, and the risk of infection has significantly decreased. This is the ideal time to start a new life in a loving family.
11 weeks — third vaccination
18 June 2025
The final vaccination of the primary course is given at 11 weeks. It usually includes a repeat of the DHP complex (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, leptospirosis).
3 months — Rabies vaccination
2 July 2025
Final vaccination. After this, the puppy is considered fully vaccinated, but it is recommended to observe quarantine for another 10–14 days before going outside.
3 months and 2 weeks — first walks
16 July 2025
About 10–14 days after completing the vaccination course, it becomes safe to start walks. The puppy can actively socialize, explore the outside world, meet other dogs and people. This is a critically important stage for developing behavior, confidence, and adaptation to the environment.
1 year — Revaccination
25 June 2026
At around one year of age, the puppy should receive its first booster vaccination, which includes a full vaccine set and a rabies booster. Annual vaccinations are key to preventing dangerous diseases and ensuring a long, active, and healthy life.
* Deworming is carried out 10–14 days before each vaccination.