Annual shots for your dog
Posted on | March 31, 2010 | No Comments
Annual shots for your pet have been regarded as standard practice for dog owners. Now some believe that some of these needling are not necessary for most pets.
With new research everyday it is good to learn about what will benefit our pets the most. “Experts recommend extending the time between select vaccinations and tailoring shots to address the most likely risks facing each individual pet”(Parade, pg10).
In one of my previous articles I discuss learning more about your breed of dog. The reason being is that you can learn more about the common health risk facing your breed and help curve these problems. “The change was triggered by the realization that in some animals, a negative reaction…” (Parade, pg10). Can you imagine going to the doctor and getting lots of unnecessary shots? I would not want to take undue shots and pay for that either. This practice could lead to serious injury to your pet and high medical cost.
“Under the new guidelines, puppies are given a series of vaccinations to initiate disease resistance, followed by fewer core vaccines at longer intervals”(Parade, pg10). This steams from the idea that your pet should only get as many vaccines as they need buy no more.
Of course rabies vaccinations are regulated by law and most if not all states recognize a three-year cycle as mandatory for dogs.
Many veterinarians oppose the changes due to confusion for owners causing missed exams and missed vaccinations. Some owner might stop bring their dogs in for exams, and could possibly missed badly needed vaccinations. “Dr. Welborn suggests that you take your pet for a checkup every six months”(Parade, pg10). It is important to remember that the most important part of preventive dog care is still a regular exam.
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