5-Way Dog Vaccines

Five-way vaccines for dogs, also known as DA2PPv or DA2PP, are combination vaccines for dogs and puppies. A combination vaccine offers protection against several serious dog diseases in a single shot. The DA2PPV vaccine offers dogs protection against many core canine diseases, such as parvovirus and canine distemper. These canine diseases are caused by viruses and are very contagious, so vaccination is the best way to keep dogs protected.

Is a Canine 5-Way Vaccine a Smart Choice?

A 5-in-1 shot for puppies and adult dogs provides protection against some of the most common and potentially fatal canine diseases. Since it protects puppies and adult dogs against multiple diseases with one shot, it's a cost-effective option for breeders and shelters. Giving fewer shots also means less stress for the dogs. Overall, these combination vaccines provide an efficient way to keep dogs healthy.

How Do You Choose the Right Canine Vaccine?

You should always consult with a veterinarian when selecting medicines and setting a vaccination schedule for your dogs. Some key factors to consider are:

Types of Protection

The kind of vaccine you need will depend heavily on which diseases you want to protect your dog from. A 5-way dog vaccine should cover these core diseases:

• Canine parvovirus: This highly contagious and potentially fatal disease is especially dangerous for puppies.
• Canine distemper: Puppies and adult dogs can catch this easily spread, usually fatal virus.
• Canine parainfluenza: This respiratory tract infection is typically more severe in young puppies.
• Canine hepatitis (adenovirus type 1): Spread through ingestion of contaminated materials, it causes recurring respiratory problems.
• Kennel cough (adenovirus type 2): Although seldom fatal, it produces constant coughing that lasts up to three weeks.

Five-way dog vaccines contain modified-live or killed versions of common canine diseases and must be kept cool and refrigerated until they are administered through injection. The 5-in-1 dog shot does not cover rabies.

Age of Dog

Both puppies and adult dogs need reliable protection. However, puppies have immune systems that are still developing, so they usually require a series of vaccinations that are closer together. Since a DA2PP vaccine protects against common dog diseases, this 5-in-1 shot for puppies is often recommended as a first vaccine. Adult dogs have different needs, and they typically require booster shots with longer intervals between vaccinations.

Living Environment and Lifestyle

A livestock guardian dog is exposed to different health risks than a house dog or a show dog. You'll need to assess the risk level your dog faces for various canine diseases to determine what type of vaccine is most appropriate.

If you need protection against additional diseases, like leptospirosis, you'll want to consider a vaccine that covers both core and non-core diseases.

What Is the Recommended Schedule for 5-Way Canine Vaccines?

A 5-way shot for dogs is recommended for non-breeding dogs that are not often exposed to bodies of standing water outdoors. A puppy should receive its first dose around the time it begins weaning. In general, the recommended schedule for 5-way puppy vaccines starts with a first shot when the puppy is around 6 weeks old. Then, additional vaccinations should occur around 8, 12 and 14 weeks of age.

Adult dogs should receive their first booster shot a year after the final puppy vaccination. While annual revaccination was the standard for many years, veterinary medicine authorities like the American Animal Hospital Association now recommend that adult dogs receive a booster shot every three years for the DA2PPV vaccine.

Shop Revival Animal Health’s 5-Way Shots for Dogs

At Revival Animal Health, we are the Pet Vaccine Experts. Our Animal Care Specialists have the vaccine knowledge to answer any DA2PPV vaccine questions you may have. We are also proud to offer a wide selection of vaccines for dogs, so you are certain to find the best options for your dog or puppy. We invite you to browse our selection of 5-way dog shots today.