Puppy Paw Planner
The Puppy Paw Planner is a free, interactive tool designed by My Doodle Puppy to help new puppy owners stay on top of their dog’s health from day one. Whether you’re raising a Cavapoo, Maltipoo, Cockapoo, or any other breed, this tool creates a custom care timeline based on your puppy’s birthdate. It outlines exactly when to schedule vet visits, which vaccinations are due, and when to administer deworming treatments, all in a clean, easy-to-follow format. Instead of guessing or piecing together information from dozens of websites, you can get a personalized puppy care calendar in seconds. Each item on the timeline includes checkboxes so you can track what you’ve completed, plus helpful notes about why each step matters. You can even enter your email to receive gentle reminders about upcoming shots and appointments. The tool is mobile-friendly, printable, and perfect for anyone who wants peace of mind during their puppy’s first year. It’s not just helpful for dog owners — breeders, trainers, and vets can also link to the tool as a resource for their clients. If you want to make sure your puppy gets the right care at the right time, the Puppy Paw Planner makes it effortless.
When Should I Take My Puppy to the Vet? A Simple Puppy Shot & Care Schedule
Bringing a new puppy home is exciting — but it also comes with responsibility. One of the most common questions new puppy owners ask is: "When should I take my puppy to the vet?" or "When does my puppy need shots?" The truth is, early vet visits are critical to your puppy’s health, and having a timeline can help you stay on track.
First Vet Visit: Within the First Week
Ideally, your puppy should visit the vet within the first week of coming home. This visit allows your veterinarian to:
Perform a physical checkup
Start or continue vaccinations
Begin a deworming schedule
Discuss flea and tick prevention
Answer your training or feeding questions
If you adopted your puppy from a breeder, they may have already received some of their shots. Bring any paperwork with you to help your vet create a full care plan.
Puppy Shot Schedule: What Vaccines and When?
Here’s a general puppy shot timeline that most vets recommend:
6–8 weeks: First DHPP vaccine (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus), deworming
10–12 weeks: Second DHPP, Bordetella (optional), start flea/tick prevention
14–16 weeks: Third DHPP, Rabies vaccine (required by law in most states)
4–6 months: Spay/neuter discussion, potential boosters
1 year: Annual boosters and wellness exam
But don’t stress — keeping track of this can be easy. That’s why we created the Puppy Care Timeline Tool to do it for you.
Try the Free Puppy Vet & Vaccine Tracker
If you’re wondering what care your puppy needs and when, our Puppy Paw Planner is here to help. Just enter your puppy’s birthdate and breed, and the tool creates a custom timeline of vet visits, vaccinations, and deworming reminders. It’s tailored for doodle breeds like Maltipoos, Cavapoos, and Cockapoos, but works for any pup.
You can even mark tasks off as you complete them and download a printable care checklist. It's the easiest way to stay on top of your puppy’s health.
Why Staying on Schedule Matters
Missing a shot or delaying vet visits can leave your puppy vulnerable to serious illnesses like parvo, distemper, or heartworm. The early months are when your puppy’s immune system is still developing — and those shots help protect them for life.
Plus, regular vet visits set a foundation for a lifetime of good health. Your vet gets to know your dog, can catch issues early, and help you with everything from teething to behavior training.
