Can my unvaccinated puppy be around vaccinated cats?

While puppies can technically live with unvaccinated cats, there are substantial risks associated with this living arrangement. Weigh the risks and benefits of vaccinations for both your cats and your new puppy.

Can my unvaccinated kitten be around vaccinated cats?

Is it safe for my unvaccinated kitten to be around my other pets? The simple answer is no. Even if your other pets are vaccinated. This is because vaccinated animals can often be carriers of diseases without showing any symptoms, which they may then transmit to an unvaccinated pet.

Can my new puppy be around my cat?

Ensure your cat receives a lot of individual attention from you during the period of time over which you are introducing the dog/puppy. Do not leave your animals alone together until you are absolutely certain that they tolerate each other, the dog/puppy has been trained not to chase the cat and they are all safe.

Can an unvaccinated puppy be around a vaccinated dog?

Limit your puppy or unvaccinated dog’s exposure to other dogs. Wait until your dog has had his first two vaccinations, unless you are sure the other dogs are fully vaccinated.

Can a puppy get parvo from a cat?

NO! Cats and dogs have their own separate, species-specific parvovirus strains. The cat strain, called feline panleukopenia virus (FPV), is a significant disease threat amongst the feline community, but it cannot be transferred to canines.

Can a kitten be around dogs?

A kitten will need to be kept separate from an especially energetic dog until she is fully grown, and even then she should never be left alone with the dog. Usually, a well-socialized cat will be able to keep a puppy in its place, but some cats don’t have enough confidence to do this.

Can an unvaccinated kitten be around a dog?

Spending time with healthy, fully vaccinated animals should be safe for your puppy or kitten. However, try to avoid exposing your pet to an unvaccinated animal, such as at the dog park. This is especially true with young animals because they are more vulnerable to infections than adults.

Can an unvaccinated puppy be around vaccinated dogs?

Can my puppy meet other vaccinated dogs?

Q) When can my puppy meet other dogs? A) Puppies can meet vaccinated dogs at any age, but if the vaccination status of the other dog is unknown we advise that they don’t mix until 2 weeks after the second vaccination.

Can a puppy get parvo from a vaccinated dog?

Short answer: YES! Some may think once their dog is vaccinated they can’t catch Parvo, but the virus has different strains and reinvents itself. So unfortunately, dogs definitely can still catch the parvovirus.