Quote Originally Posted by Reachoutrescue

I have already decided that we are holding off on any type of puppy for a very long time. If we pull dogs (if that is) we will be sure they are adults, but I don't think I will be pulling any for about a month or so.

The last two pups had their first set of shots, but they must of had the virus prior to coming to me anyway. It was so sad. Once I get a building it will be easier to seperate the sick pups from the healthy ones, but for now...we are taking a break.

I'd follow borzoimom's advice and wait 6 months or more to keep risk of reinfection down.

First set of shots mean nothing. Puppies don't get their full immunity until a few weeks after their LAST shot! That's why we always recommend to clients that even though they are in a hurry to take the puppy out to socalize it, show it off, or even enroll in puppy classes, that they should WAIT until the series of shots is finished first.