The usual idea (not a fixed national calendar)
Puppies and kittens often start vaccines while maternal immunity is fading, then receive boosters a few weeks apart until the course is complete. Exact products and ages vary by clinic and risk.
Adult pets still need ongoing boosters on a schedule your vet recommends. Keep a written record — rescues and boarding facilities often ask for proof.
Questions for your vet visit
- Which vaccines are core for my area and lifestyle?
- When can my puppy walk in public or meet unknown dogs?
- What side effects are normal, and when should I call?
- How do parasite preventatives fit alongside the vaccine course?
Socialisation while waiting
Puppies still need gentle exposure to sounds, surfaces and calm people — often via carry, controlled visits or puppy school rules your vet supports. Avoid high-risk dog parks until cleared.
Kittens benefit from play, handling and a stable routine. Keep them indoors and secure while immunity builds.
Schedules differ by product and region. Follow your veterinarian — this is general education only.