When should a puppy receive their second vaccination?

The second vaccination for a puppy is typically administered at around 10 weeks of age. This timing is crucial for ensuring that the puppy develops an adequate immune response against common canine diseases.

Puppies receive their first vaccination around 8 to 9 weeks. Following this initial vaccination, it is important to give the second dose approximately three to four weeks later to boost the puppy's immune system and provide enhanced protection. This schedule allows the vaccine to be most effective, as maternal antibodies, which might interfere with the vaccine’s effectiveness, start to wane around this time.

Given this information, the timing at 10 weeks aligns perfectly with veterinary recommendations to ensure that puppies receive proper immunization against potentially fatal diseases like parvovirus and distemper in a timely manner.