Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

    rewards header
    Become a member today!
    Members-only pricing and offers, personalized care notifications, Vital Care points back on every purchase and more!
    Already a member? Sign in
    Petco Pay LogoBecome a credit card member today!

    Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
    when you use Petco Pay!

    APPLY NOW
    Learn More About Petco Pay Benefits

My dog's vaccines are due. Can I give them early or two at once?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old

My dog vaccination is due corona is due on 22 Feb and distemper is due on 26 Feb so my question is can I revaccine him before due date that is today both injection or I should go on due dates only as I will be not here for week so vaccinating dog before due date does affect his any part or organ of body or interfere with previous vaccine or anything like that ? Will it be also safe to get him vaccine both corona and distemper at same time in same day ?

3 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 21st, 2017

I would suggest to vaccinate with both of them when you are back or earlier (either on 22nd or 26th). Generally speaking it is fine to vaccinate with both the same day.
No side effects with early vaccination.
Vote Icon1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Related Answers from Veterinarians

  • Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

    Veterinarian

    This would depend on where in the vaccine course he is - if this is a yearly booster after his puppy shots then being a week early for any component would be ok. If these are his initial shots you should speak to your vet as some vaccines have strict protocols for timing of second shots (most 2-5weeks from initial injection) and being too close in such a case could reduce the risk of effective protection

    Vote Icon

    0Pet Parents found this answer helpful

  • Answered By Shaneez Wallani, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 29th, 2019

    It's good that you are keeping up with vaccines to help keep him healthy. Generally booster vaccines can be given 3-4 weeks from the previous vaccine, so you may be able to get it done without having to wait another week. I recommend you call your vet to book an appointment for Reptar's (great name, by the way!) vaccine booster and to confirm the timing.

    Vote Icon

    1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Smart Picks for Smart Questions

New Pet
Will giving my puppy shots earlier than due date affect him?
Yes, it will affect Apollo. Vaccines should be given four weeks apart to incur the correct immune response so that he will be protected from the disease. Giving them too early will prevent this from happening. Best of luck.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Health & Wellness
Can my senior dog get rabies and flu vaccines at the same time?
It is OK for him to receive both vaccinations at the same time as long as he has had no previous vaccine reactions. That being said, it is up to you. If you want to split them up there is no harm in doing it that way.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Health & Wellness
Why does my vet require a wait for rabies after home vaccines?
Most vaccines can be given in a series on the same day as long as they are given in different injection sites, and your dog doesn't have a history of adverse reactions to vaccines. However, your vet will know your pet best and it's best to contact them with regards to any vaccine protocols they use, as they will have the most up to date information on the vaccine type and manufacturer they are using in their clinic that may counter indicate giving it on the same day. The only other thing I could think would be a potential liability issue if the injection is given the same time as a home-given injection and then an adverse reaction occurred, as it would be hard to determine what injection caused the reaction if not properly documented. If you have documentation of the vaccines you've given at home, I would make sure these are all up to date with your veterinarian to ensure there isn't any miscommunication going on.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Vet Q & A
My puppy had her vaccinations twice. Will it cause her harm?
In general, it will not harm a puppy to have vaccinations twice unless it is a vaccine that the animal has a reaction to. Of course, we don't recommend that you get the vaccines off schedule, but most vaccines are tested so that if they are given at a higher than usual dose, it will not be harmful to the animal. Your pet may be more lethargic, painful at the injection site, etc etc, but in terms of serious side effects, you should be OK as long as there are no actual adverse side effects or reactions to the vaccine itself.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Health & Wellness
How long should I wait between my dog's rabies and distemper shots?
Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dogs. I typically give these vaccines at the same time so this is just your veterinarian's preference to separate them. So the precise number of days should not matter. If 5 days is more convenient for your schedule, then that should be fine. I hope this information helps!
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Health & Wellness
Is it safe if my puppy received vaccines earlier than her actual age?
Hi there. No, that's not a problem at all. After the first set, the timing of vaccines is based on when the last boosters were given, not on the specific age of the pup. So this won't hurt anything at all.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Health & Wellness
Is it okay to vaccinate my dog if he's experiencing diarrhea?
Hello, No, vaccines shouldn't be done in a pet that is experiencing diarrhea. I'd recommend rescheduling his vaccinations for when he is feeling better. I hope this is helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Related Searches

Dog ToysDog First Aid & RecoveryPuppy Milk ReplacersFlea & Tick Solutions for DogsElectrolytes for DogsCat MedicinePrescriptions for Small Animals & Other PetsDog Pain Medicine & ReliefDog First Aid Kits & ToolsDog Calming Aids and SupplementsDog Probiotics & Digestive AidsCat Health & WellnessFlea Bombs & Foggers for DogsDog Recovery Cones & Surgical SuitsDog Allergy Medicine & Itch ReliefCat Eyedrops & Ear MedicationVaccines and Shots for CatsDog MultivitaminsPrescription Dog Insulin & Diabetes MedicationHeartworm Medicine for Dogs
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Book Now

Share

Styled arrow button