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The rabies vaccination certificate is formal proof that your dog has been vaccinated against rabies. As of March 1, 2023, the CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record [PDF ? 1 page] is the only rabies vaccination certificate that CDC will accept from dogs that were vaccinated outside of the United States.

Primary vaccination is essential to prevent the once common deadly diseases in puppies. However, recent research indicates that not all vaccines require yearly boosters. There is no evidence that annual booster vaccination is anything but beneficial to most dogs.

While 3-year rabies vaccines are recognized in all 50 States, annual or biannual revaccination for rabies is still required by some State municipalities, even though essentially all United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) licensed rabies vaccines have a minimum 3-year duration (3).

No, not if the dog is properly vaccinated against rabies and the efficacy of the vaccine is confirmed by laboratory evidence. Otherwise an appropriate post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) should be given.

Core vaccines are required for all dogs and puppies. Core vaccines include: Canine distemper/adenovirus-2 (hepatitis)/parvovirus/parainfluenza vaccine (given as one vaccine, commonly referred to as DA2PP, DHPP, or DAPP) Rabies virus vaccine.

In NC, puppy rabies vaccine is generally given at 16 weeks ( no earlier than week 12), and the rabies vaccination is good for one year. For adult dogs, the rabies vaccination is good for three years and should be addressed at the time of the first visit for new patients.

Missing a vaccination or booster The action taken by your vet will primarily depend on how late you are with the appointment. If this is more than 3 or 4 weeks, your furbaby may be given two vaccinations just 2 or 3 weeks apart to boost their immunity against the disease.