Puppy & Kitten Milestone Timeline

Typical Canadian schedule. Your vet sets the final plan.

1. First deworming2 weeks
2. First core vaccine (distemper/parvo); socialisation window open6 weeks
3. Bring home; start crate and potty training8 weeks
4. Second core vaccine10 weeks
5. Third core vaccine; socialisation window closing14 weeks
6. Rabies vaccine (per provincial rules)16 weeks
7. Discuss spay/neuter timing with your vet (breed-dependent)26 weeks
8. Adult booster vaccines; switch to adult food (large breeds later)52 weeks