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.

A puppy at a veterinary clinic for a check-up

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.

7 min readDogs
A veterinarian preparing a vaccine for a dogVet-reviewed

Core 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.

8 min readDogs
A dog being checked by its owner in a grassy areaVet-reviewed

Fleas, 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.

8 min readDogs
A veterinarian conducting a thorough wellness examination on a dogVet-reviewed

The 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.

7 min readDogs
A veterinarian preparing a rabies vaccine for a dog at a clinic in the Philippines

Anti-Rabies Vaccine for Dogs in the Philippines: 2026 Prices, Schedule & Free Options

Annual rabies vaccination is not optional in the Philippines — it is the law. Here is what it actually costs at private clinics vs city vet offices, the required schedule under RA 9482, and where to get it free.

10 min readDogs
A puppy at a veterinary clinic in the Philippines during a vaccination visit

Dog Vaccination Schedule in the Philippines: Puppy to Adult, with 2026 Prices

From the 5-in-1 puppy series to the lifelong annual rabies shot required by law, here is the complete Philippine dog vaccination timeline — with real ₱ price bands for every shot.

10 min readDogs
A veterinarian examining a dog before a spay/neuter (kapon) procedure at a Philippine clinic

Kapon (Spay & Neuter) Cost in the Philippines: 2026 Price Guide + Free & Subsidised Options

Magkano ang kapon sa aso o pusa? Real ₱ price bands from private clinics, PAWS, CARA and city vet offices — plus which programs are free and what they require.

10 min readDogs, Cats
A veterinarian examining a dog at a clinic in Metro Manila, Philippines

Vet Consultation Fee in the Philippines: A Real Cost Survey — Manila, Quezon City & More

How much is a vet check-up in the Philippines? Banded ₱ prices for consults, kapon, vaccination, dental, x-ray, blood tests, hospitalisation and euthanasia, with a real Manila vs Quezon City comparison.

12 min readDogs, Cats