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After getting the Tdap vaccine as a preteen or teen, adults need to get a Td (tetanus and diphtheria) booster shot every 10 years to stay protected. For adults who didn't get Tdap as a preteen or teen, the easiest thing to do is to get Tdap instead of their next regular Td booster.
A booster shot will be recommended if the dog bite victim is not sure when she/he was last vaccinated. In this case, the tetanus shot must be given within 72 hours after the dog bite incident. Because schools require a complete tetanus vaccination record, children commonly receive tetanus booster shots.