puppy shots

Question
I just rescued two lab puppies and the man I got them from said they have not had any shots. They are 9 weeks old, and I am wondering which shots they should get and how often?

Answer
Most vets would give a combination now, and again in a few weeks.  Rabies comes at 4-6 months often with a booster.  Don't count on shots protecting them now.  See http://www.avma.org/animal_health/brochures/canine_parvo/parvo_brochure.asp  The period between 6-12 weeks is a dangerous time.  One sniff where a sick dog relieved itself in the last 6 months can bring on parvo or another life threatening disease.  Fail to expose it to strangers, including men, women, children, noise, etc. and you could end up with a misfit you can't take out in public.  They also need continuing contact with other dogs, but it must be limited to ones you know are getting good care.  See http://www.apdt.com/po/news/docs/Messer_Nov06.pdf