What happen if a dog doesnt have its shots?

Answer 1

No. On average, dogs that don't get shots actually have a longer lifespan than dogs that do get shots. This is because shots are very hard on a dog's immune system.

Of course each different shot will have different benefits and side effects. If you are breeding your dog it is a good idea to get the necessary shots.

Answer 2

It will have a lower immune system. That means that it will be susceptible to diseases such as Parvo Virus, Distemper Virus, Kennel Cough, Lyme Disease, etc. Many of those diseases can be physically and mentally disabling or even causing death. Please keep your dog up to date on their vaccinations so they can live happier, healthier lives.

Answer 3

The worst case scenario is that un-vaccinated dog could catch a disease which could kill it.

How susceptible an un-vaccinated dog is to catching a disease depends how much exposure it has with other dogs, if the dog has access to water or puddles that wild animals (such as raccoons, skunks, mice, etc.) might also have access to, and how good the dog's immune system is.

The new protocols for most dog vaccines is once every three years or longer. The Rabies vaccine is mandated by law in most communities. Many believe a dog's protective antibodies last longer than three years, and vaccinating less often is safer than over-vaccination. So during a dog's life, it may only need two or three vaccines. Besides vaccines, seasonal parasite protection (from fleas, ticks, and internal worms) is also necessary.

It is wise to vaccinate for at least the basic, or "core" vaccines (distemper, rabies, hepatitis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza). If your dog has exposure to other risks, leptospirosis, giardia, coronavirus, bordetella, bronchiseptica, and lyme disease vaccinations might also be called for. Your vet can advise you best.

Many communities and some larger pet stores offer low cost dog vaccines.

Answer 4

sometimes make sure not too long or they might need to