Prevention
Vaccines, parasite control and seasonal risks, and how to stay ahead of them.
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When is flea and tick season for dogs? Months by country
Tick season runs from March to November in the US and UK, April to October in India, and most of the year in Australia. See the months for your country.
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The 3-year rabies vaccine: what the label means for your dog's record
Is your dog's rabies shot good for 1 year or 3? The product label decides. How the US schedule works, the first-year booster rule and what to keep on record.
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Lyme season in the Northeast: what tick months mean for your dog
When is Lyme season for dogs in the US Northeast? Tick risk peaks from April to June and again from September to November. Prevention, vaccine and signs.
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Autumn tick season: why the risk doesn't end with summer
Tick season does not end in September. In the US and the UK ticks stay active into November. Why autumn is a peak, and how to keep your dog protected.
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Leptospirosis and the monsoon: what wet season means for your dog
Leptospirosis risk in dogs rises with the monsoon. How dogs catch it from standing water, the months of highest risk in India, and when to book the booster.
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Why combination vaccines make coverage confusing, and how to count it properly
What does a 7-in-1 dog vaccine cover? Five diseases, each with its own booster date. What 5-in-1, 7-in-1 and 9-in-1 shots include, and how to track each one.
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How often should you flea your dog? It depends on the product
Most flea treatments for dogs last 1 month, some chews last 12 weeks and a collar up to 8 months. See the interval for each type, and why winter is no break.
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How often does my dog need vaccines?
Adult dogs need the core vaccine every 3 years in the US, UK, Canada and Australia, and yearly in India. See rabies, lepto and kennel cough by country.
