Vaccinations | HillSide Paws

Puppy Vaccination Program

Proper vaccination is one of the most important steps in protecting your Dachshund puppy's health. At HillSide Paws, we follow a veterinarian-approved vaccination schedule that meets or exceeds the guidelines set by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Every puppy leaves our care with age-appropriate vaccinations completed and documented.

Vaccination Schedule

Below is the complete vaccination timeline your puppy follows while in our care and what you will need to continue with your veterinarian:

6 wks

DHPP - 1st Dose

Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus

The first core vaccine is administered at 6 weeks of age. This combination vaccine begins building immunity against four serious canine diseases. Administered by our licensed veterinarian at HillSide Paws.

Administered by HillSide Paws

8 wks

DHPP - 2nd Dose + Bordetella

DHPP booster + Bordetella bronchiseptica

The second DHPP dose strengthens the developing immune response. Bordetella vaccine is also administered at this time to protect against kennel cough, a highly contagious respiratory infection.

Administered by HillSide Paws

12 wks

DHPP - 3rd Dose

Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus

The third DHPP dose continues to build robust immunity. Depending on your puppy's age at pickup, this dose may be administered by your own veterinarian. We will advise you accordingly.

May be administered by your veterinarian

16 wks

DHPP - Final Dose + Rabies

Final DHPP booster + Rabies vaccine

The final DHPP booster completes the puppy vaccination series. The Rabies vaccine is administered at 16 weeks as required by law in most states. This is typically handled by your veterinarian.

Administered by your veterinarian

Deworming Schedule

All HillSide Paws puppies are dewormed on a regular schedule starting from 2 weeks of age. Intestinal parasites are common in young puppies and routine deworming is essential for their health and development.

2 Weeks

First deworming treatment administered

4 Weeks

Second deworming treatment

6 Weeks

Third deworming treatment

8 Weeks

Fourth deworming, internal and external parasites

10 Weeks

Fifth treatment, fecal test performed

12+ Weeks

Continued biweekly until pickup

After bringing your puppy home, we recommend continuing deworming every 2 to 4 weeks until 16 weeks of age, then transitioning to a monthly heartworm and parasite prevention program as directed by your veterinarian.

Records Provided with Each Puppy

When you pick up or receive your HillSide Paws puppy, you will receive a comprehensive health packet that includes:

Official vaccination record with vaccine names, manufacturers, lot numbers, and dates administered

Complete deworming log with product names, dosages, and treatment dates

Veterinary health certificate issued within 72 hours of departure

Microchip registration information and transfer instructions

Recommended future vaccination schedule for your veterinarian to follow

Fecal test results confirming parasite-free status at time of departure

Important: Keep Your Puppy Safe During Vaccination Period

Until your puppy has completed the full DHPP vaccination series (all 4 doses by 16 weeks), avoid exposing them to areas frequented by unvaccinated dogs, such as dog parks, pet stores, and unfamiliar outdoor spaces. Socialization is important, but should be done safely with known, vaccinated dogs in clean environments.

Questions About Our Vaccination Protocol?

We are always happy to discuss our veterinary care and vaccination program in detail with prospective families.