Lynne Barrows Webboard User Reg: 09-22-2007
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Hi Lisa,
You will need to decide about the one year booster. (it's done at 1 year of age, I believe... ummm, I'm not sure of that )
You also have the option of doing a titer test (which measures antibodies) instead of the booster, at one year or earlier, if you wish. I did this at 2 years old just recently and my dog's titers were very high, even though she had not had any vacc's since she was a puppy.
With a high titer reading, you can be assured that your dog has developed sufficent immunity to the disease in question. That being said, a low titer reading doesn't necessarily mean that your dog doesn't have immunity. It may mean only that he has not been exposed recently to the particular virus which would trigger an immune system response.
I'm not concerned about my dog's immunity; the only reason I did the titers was to have it in her file in case I need to board her this summer.
And good for you that you are researching this so carefully!
Connie and Lynne, thank you so much for your input - thoughts and research sites! I'm getting more comfortable with a decision to get one more set of shots (distemper/parvo only) at about 13 weeks. Let's get over one hurdle and then I'll decide in time about one annual booster or titers - does the vet do that? Or do I have to contact a separate person/entity for that?
Will asking for only distemper and parvo be unusual? And is it common for vets to use the modified live virus version (MLV) or do I need to specify that? He seems reasonable, but just want to be prepared for any funny looks.
And I think I've seen reference to herbs or things you can use to help minimize vaccine reactions. Could someone help me find that information/thread/article?
Lynne Barrows Webboard User Reg: 09-22-2007
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Lisa, your vet may offer this service (titers). Otherwise, you can ask them to draw a blood sample for you and submit it yourself to Hemolife. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for links to prices and tips on sending samples: Hemopet/Hemolife
For the distemper and parvo at 12 weeks:
Call your vet's office in advance and find out if he can order the separate vaccines for you. Ask about MLV at that time...
I did want to mention one thing about this vet. While he seems receptive to what I want to do, I didn't get the impression that he proposes this particular protocol to most of his clients. I think he would routinely give annual shots to his adult dog patients.
When I mentioned wanting to do minimal vaccinations is when he brought up Schultz and his opinions about the vaccine manufacturers and proposed his idea. My point is don't be afraid to ask (even if you are very new to this stuff as I am!). You may encounter weird looks and off the cuff remarks, but you may also find reasonable people.
I've read about many unpleasant vet experiences and I don't doubt them! But I also want to believe there are some that might actually be open (and may even support new ideas), but for whatever personal reasons don't feel compelled to encourage it with all their patients. If you bring it up, however, they may reluctantly go along at the very least. Please be encouraged.
Lori Hall Webboard User Reg: 06-12-2007
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You are lucky to have a vet who doesn't look down on you for not doing what they want you to! I had to switch vets last year when I took Kasey in for a skin problem and the vet tech comes prancing in with 4 syringes! She said we needed our DHLPP booster, bordetella, lepto, and hepatitis. When I told her I was going to pass on all of them, she went and told on me! They said I was being irresponsible and choosing to let my dog eventually die of some disease.
I have found it's hard to find a vet here that is at least neutral on my decision to do only Dr. Dodd's protocol - they really do not like her!
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