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Dog vaccination advice
Dog vaccination advice on this page covers every stage: first puppy jabs, the vaccine types your vet actually gives, annual dog booster vaccinations, and the extras — kennel cough and rabies — that depend on your dog's lifestyle. Each guide below links on to real UK price ranges and our local vet finder.
Dog vaccination guides
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Puppy vaccinations: the complete schedule
When jabs start, what's included, and when puppies can go out.
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Puppy & dog vaccination costs
Real prices for the primary course and annual visits.
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Dog vaccine types: DHP, L4 & lepto explained
What the abbreviations on your vet invoice actually mean.
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Dog booster vaccinations
How often boosters are needed and what happens if you miss one.
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Kennel cough vaccine cost
Prices, how it's given, and whether your dog needs it.
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Rabies vaccine cost & duration
Only needed for travel — here's what it costs and how long it lasts.
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How often do dogs need vaccinations?
Why annual boosters exist and when titre testing makes sense.
Dog vaccination FAQs
What vaccinations do dogs need in the UK?
The core dog vaccinations are DHP (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus) plus leptospirosis, usually combined in one injection. Kennel cough and rabies vaccines are added based on boarding, daycare or travel plans.
How much do dog vaccinations cost?
Dog vaccination prices in the UK typically run £35–£65 per visit, £90–£150 for a full puppy course, and £40–£60 for annual boosters — see our price guide for the full breakdown.
How often do dogs need booster vaccinations?
Leptospirosis boosters are generally yearly; core DHP components are often licensed for three years. Your vet alternates what's included — our dog booster guide covers lapsed schedules too.
Do dogs need the kennel cough vaccine?
It's recommended if your dog boards, attends daycare or mixes with lots of dogs — most kennels require proof of the kennel cough vaccination at least two weeks before a stay.