Thursday, August 7, 2014

Latest Vaccine Protocol from Dr. Dodds, who I regard highly.

This is the perfect time to post as many of you will be new pet owners. Do your own research and make responsible decisions regarding vaccines, etc., for your new pup. Be an advocate for your new companion just as staunchly as you would your child!

You would be smart to copy the vaccine schedule to have, in hand, when visiting your vet.

2013 and 2014 Vaccination Protocol
Note:
 The following vaccine protocol is offered for those dogs where minimal vaccinations are advisable or desirable. The schedule is one Dr. Dodds recommends and should not be interpreted to mean that other protocols recommended by a veterinarian would be less satisfactory. It’s a matter of professional judgment and choice.

9-10 Weeks Old:
Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV (e.g. Merck Nobivac [Intervet Progard] Puppy DPV) (Your pup will have this vaccine here at Annabelle Doodles).
14-16 Weeks:
Same as above
20 Weeks or Older (if allowable by law):
Rabies
1 Year:
Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV (optional = titer)
1 Year:
Rabies, killed 3-year product (give 3-4 weeks apart from distemper/parvovirus booster)
Perform vaccine antibody titers for distemper and parvovirus every three years thereafter, or more often, if desired. Vaccinate for rabies virus according to the law, except where circumstances indicate that a written waiver needs to be obtained from the primary care veterinarian. In that case, a rabies antibody titer can also be performed to accompany the waiver request. See the Rabies Challenge Fundwebsite.
W. Jean Dodds, DVM
Hemopet / NutriScan
11561 Salinaz Avenue
Garden Grove, CA 92843
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Notice that annual vaccines are not needed or recommended for the life of your pet. I do believe that titers provide sufficient proof of immunity levels.  You can always have your vet draw the blood for this test and sent it to Hemopet for a reading - typically less expensive than using your vet's labs.  Some vets do have 'in-house' titer equipment but not all.

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