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Which of these is a core vaccine that is recommended for every dog?

Rabies is a core dog vaccine.

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  1. Lyme disease
  2. Bordetella
  3. Rabies ✔

Why: Core vaccines protect against the most serious diseases, so vets recommend them for all dogs. Rabies, distemper, parvovirus and adenovirus are on that list.

Huh, didn't know that: AAHA says core vaccines are for dogs regardless of lifestyle or where they live.

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Answer: Rabies. Core vaccines protect against the most serious diseases, so vets recommend them for all dogs. Rabies, distemper, parvovirus and adenovirus are on that list.

  1. AAHA, Which canine vaccinations are core for you www.aaha.org/newstat/publications/which-canine-vaccinations-are-core-for-you
    distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, parainfluenza, and rabies
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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