2026 Dog Vaccine Schedules by Breed
Pick a breed to see its complete 2026 vaccine schedule: puppy shot timeline, adult boosters, deworming and heartworm prevention, breed-specific health risks, recommended vaccines, dosage guidance, and age-stage vaccine maps for all life stages from puppy through senior years.
Each breed page has unique content you won't find on any other page: breed-specific health risks, a complete lifespan vaccine map, tailored vaccine recommendations based on the breed's lifestyle, and senior dog vaccine guidance adjusted for that breed's typical lifespan. We built these pages to be genuinely useful, not just search-engine filler.
🐾Labrador Retriever
Large · 55-80 lbs · 10-12 yrs
Active, social Labs that swim and visit parks are good candidates for leptospirosis and Bordetella.
🐾German Shepherd
Large · 50-90 lbs · 9-13 yrs
Working and protection-trained Shepherds with outdoor exposure benefit from full core plus risk-based shots.
🐾Golden Retriever
Large · 55-75 lbs · 10-12 yrs
Outdoorsy Goldens that hike and swim should stay current on lepto and Lyme in tick country.
🐾French Bulldog
Small · 16-28 lbs · 10-12 yrs
Keep vet visits low-stress and cool; core vaccines are essential, exercise-related shots less so.
🐾Poodle
Medium · 10-70 lbs · 12-15 yrs
Frequently groomed Poodles should stay current on Bordetella for kennel cough.
🐾Beagle
Small · 18-30 lbs · 12-15 yrs
Scent-driven Beagles that roam outdoors are exposed to wildlife, so lepto can be worth discussing.
🐾Rottweiler
Large · 80-135 lbs · 8-10 yrs
The parvo risk makes finishing the full DHPP puppy series especially important for Rottweilers.
🐾Dachshund
Small · 11-32 lbs · 12-16 yrs
Core vaccines protect this long-lived breed through many years of life.
🐾Yorkshire Terrier
Small · 4-7 lbs · 13-16 yrs
Tiny Yorkies need careful, well-spaced puppy shots; talk to your vet about timing.
🐾Boxer
Large · 50-80 lbs · 10-12 yrs
Athletic, social Boxers usually need Bordetella and benefit from a complete core schedule.
🐾Chihuahua
Small · 2-6 lbs · 14-16 yrs
Very small dogs benefit from gentle, carefully timed core vaccines.
🐾Siberian Husky
Medium · 35-60 lbs · 12-14 yrs
Outdoor, high-mileage Huskies are good candidates for lepto and Lyme depending on region.
🐾Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Small · 22-31 lbs · 12-13 yrs
Keep Corgis lean and current on core shots throughout their long lives.
🐾American Pit Bull Terrier
Medium · 30-65 lbs · 12-14 yrs
As with other susceptible breeds, completing the full parvo/DHPP series is critical.
🐾Shih Tzu
Small · 9-16 lbs · 10-16 yrs
Frequently groomed Shih Tzus should keep Bordetella current.
🐾Australian Shepherd
Medium · 40-65 lbs · 12-15 yrs
Hardworking Aussies on farms and trails are exposed to wildlife and ticks; discuss lepto and Lyme.
🐾Border Collie
Medium · 30-55 lbs · 12-15 yrs
Active, outdoorsy Border Collies benefit from full core plus risk-based vaccines.
🐾Great Dane
Giant · 110-175 lbs · 7-10 yrs
Giant breeds grow fast; keep the core schedule on track during rapid puppy growth.
🐾Pomeranian
Small · 3-7 lbs · 12-16 yrs
Tiny Poms need gentle, well-timed core vaccines from a trusted vet.
🐾Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small · 13-18 lbs · 9-14 yrs
Gentle, social Cavaliers visiting groomers and parks usually need Bordetella.
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Vaccine schedules are generalized estimates based on AAHA and AVMA guidelines. Your dog's individual needs depend on breed, age, health status, lifestyle and local disease risk. Always consult your veterinarian about your dog's specific vaccination and health needs. Never delay or avoid veterinary care because of information you read on this website. If you think your dog has a medical emergency, contact your veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.