Core and non-core vaccines, the puppy schedule, parasite prevention (heartworm, fleas, ticks, intestinal worms) and the annual wellness exam — based on WSAVA vaccination guidelines and parasitology bodies.
The puppy vaccination schedule, explained
Which shots your puppy needs, when, and why — plus how Singapore’s licensing and rabies-free status affect the plan.
Vet-reviewedCore vs non-core dog vaccines explained (WSAVA guidelines)
Not every vaccine is right for every dog. The WSAVA classification separates the ones every dog must have from the ones that depend on lifestyle and local risk — and explains why over-vaccinating carries its own risks.
Vet-reviewedFleas, ticks and the diseases they carry: a guide to year-round prevention
Fleas and ticks are more than an itch. They transmit diseases, cause anaemia, and can affect human household members too. In tropical climates, there is no safe season to drop your guard.
Vet-reviewedThe annual wellness exam: what your vet checks and why it matters
A yearly check-up is more than a vaccination update. Here is what a thorough wellness exam covers — and why "healthy-looking" dogs benefit from it just as much as sick ones.
Heatstroke in Osaka dogs: how to protect your pet through one of Japan's most gruelling summers
Osaka's July and August are genuinely extreme — average highs above 35°C, humidity hovering around 70–80%, and an urban heat island that pushes street-level conditions well beyond what weather apps report. Here is what Osaka dog owners need to know about recognition, first aid, and staying safe.
Flea and tick prevention in Osaka: year-round risks and what the Minoh and Ikoma trails mean for your dog
Osaka's dog owners have one of the best hiking networks in Japan at their doorstep — Minoh, Kongo, Ikoma, and the Rokko range are all within an hour. But Haemaphysalis ticks are present across the Kinki region's forested hills, and urban flea pressure never fully drops to zero. A complete prevention guide for Osaka and the Kansai region.