Since frequenting some of the pet groups I've learned that the thinking on
vaccination schedules has changed. I'm wondering what those here think of
the usual puppy vaccination schedule (8, 12, 16, etc.) Do most still follow
that or do they wait until they are older and do less frequent vaccinations?

Kathy

"kat" said in rec.pets.dogs.health:

Since frequenting some of the pet groups I've learned that
the thinking on vaccination schedules has changed. I'm
wondering what those here think of the usual puppy
vaccination schedule (8, 12, 16, etc.) Do most still
follow that or do they wait until they are older and do
less frequent vaccinations?

Puppy vaccinations are extremely important, some more than
others depending upon your habits and your location. Things
that adult dogs can handle sometimes kill young dogs. Talk to
your vet about your concerns - he's your best source and
hopefully won't dismiss your concerns out-of-hand.

--
--Matt. Rocky's a Dog.

"Rocky" wrote in message
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"kat" said in rec.pets.dogs.health:

Since frequenting some of the pet groups I've learned that
the thinking on vaccination schedules has changed. I'm
wondering what those here think of the usual puppy
vaccination schedule (8, 12, 16, etc.) Do most still
follow that or do they wait until they are older and do
less frequent vaccinations?

Puppy vaccinations are extremely important, some more than
others depending upon your habits and your location. Things
that adult dogs can handle sometimes kill young dogs. Talk to
your vet about your concerns - he's your best source and
hopefully won't dismiss your concerns out-of-hand.

--
--Matt. Rocky's a Dog.

Well by older I meant starting at 16 weeks. According to the handout I got
they recommend the traditional schedule but if the dog was 16 weeks then it
was a series of 2 shots. We didn't discuss the vaccines as it was a last
minute visit (not with the vet I plan on taking her to but another one in
the same practice). I had dropped off a stool sample and they wanted to see
her before they would dispense medication. I've seen posts (and also
someone I know) who's puppies had seizures and/or allergic reactions to
vaccinations and I was wondering if waiting until the puppy was a little
older might prevent that. I will discuss it but based on past experience
I'm sure they will recommend the traditional series. I just wanted to
explore different avenues but of course I don't want to put Remi's health at
risk.

Kathy

Kathy

"kat" said in rec.pets.dogs.health:

I will discuss it but based on past experience
I'm sure they will recommend the traditional series.

Being comfortable discussing stuff with my vets is important.

--
--Matt. Rocky's a Dog.

"kat" wrote in message
net...
Since frequenting some of the pet groups I've learned that the thinking on
vaccination schedules has changed. I'm wondering what those here think of
the usual puppy vaccination schedule (8, 12, 16, etc.) Do most still
follow
that or do they wait until they are older and do less frequent
vaccinations?

Kathy

Kiba had the usual puppy series, sans lepto. I changed vets over the lepto.
The first vet only had a combo vaccine and wouldn't order any without for
us. We won't vaccinate again, unless something changes.

Kiba has had two yearly rabies vacs, but we won't do a yearly again. My vet
and I feel that a three year rabies is fine, unless we have to travel with
Kiba, then we will do whatever the law says we must.

He is current with bordatella (sp?) because I board him at day care
occasionally, and it's required by them.

Phyrie

Kiba had the usual puppy series, sans lepto. I changed vets over the
lepto. The first vet only had a combo vaccine and wouldn't order any
without for us. We won't vaccinate again, unless something changes.

We don't vax puppies for Lepto - just the DHPP. The lepto is added in as an
adult.

"Sharon Too" wrote in message
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Kiba had the usual puppy series, sans lepto. I changed vets over the
lepto. The first vet only had a combo vaccine and wouldn't order any
without for us. We won't vaccinate again, unless something changes.

We don't vax puppies for Lepto - just the DHPP. The lepto is added in as
an adult.

Tell that to the schmuck that said, "Do you have any idea how expensive it
would be to order a case of vaccine just for you? We give lepto to all
puppies, and we've never had a problem."
There was more than one reason to drop that vet, but that finished it for
me.

Phyrie

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"Sharon Too" wrote:


We don't vax puppies for Lepto - just the DHPP. The lepto is added in as an
adult.

I did it at 6 months for Marcie, but she's in a city frequently where
there were many cases last year.

--
Janet Boss
www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com

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"Phyrie" wrote:


Tell that to the schmuck that said, "Do you have any idea how expensive it
would be to order a case of vaccine just for you? We give lepto to all
puppies, and we've never had a problem."
There was more than one reason to drop that vet, but that finished it for
me.

Your vet is still giving it as a COMBO shot? Egads.

--
Janet Boss
www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com

Tell that to the schmuck that said, "Do you have any idea how expensive it
would be to order a case of vaccine just for you? We give lepto to all
puppies, and we've never had a problem."
There was more than one reason to drop that vet, but that finished it for
me.

Yep. Schmuck.