5 Essential Vaccinations Every Dog Owner Should Know

Vaccination remains the single most effective way to protect your dog from serious, preventable disease. Here are the five vaccinations every dog owner in Bangladesh should discuss with their veterinarian.

• Rabies — legally required in most areas and critical for public health, given as a single dose with annual boosters.
• Distemper — a core puppy vaccine protecting against a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease.
• Parvovirus — especially important for puppies, protecting against a severe and potentially fatal gastrointestinal infection.
• Hepatitis (Canine Adenovirus) — protects the liver and respiratory tract from adenovirus infection.
• Leptospirosis — recommended for dogs with outdoor or rural exposure, protecting against a bacterial infection transmissible to humans.

Puppies typically begin their vaccination series at 6-8 weeks, with boosters continuing every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks of age, followed by annual boosters. Speak with your veterinarian to build a schedule suited to your dog's lifestyle and risk factors.