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My 5-month-old puppy never got shots. Can he still be vaccinated?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 45 lbs

5 month old German shepherd pit mix. never been vaccinated. Can i still fully vaccinate him and what should i get for home administration?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on May 8th, 2019

I do not trust the vaccines sold at feed stores or pet stores. We cannot ensure that they have been handled appropriately or kept at the correct temperatures to be able to work. I would recommend that you take Iroh to a vet clinic or even shot clinic to be vaccinated. At his age, two vaccines for distemper/parvo/adenovirus/parainfluenze at 1 month apart is sufficient for 1 year's protection. He is also required to be vaccinated for rabies by a vet. Depending on your lifestyle, the vet or clinic may recommend additional vaccinations to keep him protected.

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