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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88  Why would you say that? You seem to have thought that with heartworms so I'm wondering what your source or reason for feeling that way is. |
Because this vaccine is unable to prevent kennel cough. It can even produce kennel cough like symptoms. The WSACA Guidelines say, "Transient (3-10 days) coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge may occur in a percentage of vaccinates."
It can also cause a serious anaphylactoid reaction. Look it up you won't like it.
In general if they have good ventilation and practice good hygiene, Kennel cough shouldn't be an issue.
In contrast other dogs are never vaccinated for Kennel cough and disease is not seen. CPI immunity lasts at least three years when given intransally, and CAV-2 immunity lasts a minimum of 7 years.
Two renowned vets have said they generally DO NOT recommend kennel cough vaccines unless dogs are staying in a boarding facility even then they said find a facility that doesn't require them.
I've owned other dogs for 12-15 years.