Why the other options are wrong:

• He is concerned his dog is seriously ill.: He does not say his dog is sick. He wants preventive vaccinations.
• He wants advice on switching dog food brands.: He does not ask about dog food at any point.
• He needs to renew his pet licence with the city.: He does not mention a pet licence.

Correct Answer: The rabies vaccination for all dogs.

Why this is correct: The veterinarian says rabies is essential and in Alberta it is required by law once the puppy is old enough. This is the only vaccine the provider describes as legally mandatory.

Why the other options are wrong:

• The hepatitis booster administered yearly.: The hepatitis booster being given yearly is not stated as a legal requirement.
• The distemper vaccine given at eight weeks.: Distemper at eight weeks is part of the core schedule, but it is not specifically called a legal requirement.
• The bordetella shot for dogs in daycare.: Bordetella is optional and recommended for social settings, not required by law.

Correct Answer: At about 8, 12, and 16 weeks.

Why this is correct: The veterinarian says core vaccines are usually given to puppies at about 8, 12, and 16 weeks of age. This is the standard schedule the provider describes for young dogs.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Only once at four months of age.: The provider does not say vaccines are given only once at four months. That is when the rabies shot is given.
• After the dog turns one year old.: Core vaccines start much earlier than one year old.
• Every month for the first year.: Monthly vaccines for the first year is not the schedule the provider describes.

Correct Answer: The bordetella shot for social settings.

Why this is correct: The veterinarian recommends the bordetella shot because the man plans to use daycare. The provider explains that bordetella is recommended for dogs in social settings like daycare, grooming, or boarding. Many facilities ask for it.

Why the other options are wrong:

• The hepatitis booster given at twelve weeks.: Hepatitis is listed among core-vaccine protections. The veterinarian specifically recommends bordetella because of the daycare plan; a hepatitis booster at twelve weeks is not singled out for daycare.
• The parvovirus vaccine for young puppies.: Parvovirus is listed among core-vaccine protections, while bordetella is the vaccine specifically linked to daycare.
• The standard rabies vaccination.: Rabies is described as legally required once the dog is old enough. Bordetella is recommended for the daycare setting.

Correct Answer: Most core vaccines are given every three years.

Why this is correct: The veterinarian says after the one-year booster, most core vaccines are given every three years. Vaccinations become less frequent after the initial puppy series is complete.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Vaccinations are no longer necessary.: The provider does not say vaccinations stop entirely after the first year.
• All vaccines must be repeated every six months.: The provider does not say vaccines are repeated every six months.
• Only optional vaccines are continued.: The provider does not say only optional vaccines continue. Core vaccines also continue on a longer schedule.

Correct Answer: Examine the dog and begin the vaccination plan.

Why this is correct: The veterinarian says they should take a look at the dog and get started. The provider plans to examine the puppy and begin the vaccination plan during this visit.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Ask the man to return in a few months.: The provider does not tell the man to come back in a few months. The provider is ready to start now.
• Give the man written travel advice.: The provider does not offer written travel advice.
• Contact the rescue organisation for records.: The veterinarian discusses restarting or continuing the series safely and offers to examine the dog. Contacting the rescue for records is not the stated next step.