The new protocol being adopted by the 27 top vet schools in the US says to not start puppy shots until 12 weeks of age. Any earlier and they still have immunity from mom, therefore the vaccine is ineffective.
I do not allow the vet assistant to give vaccines to my girls. I pay extra for the vet to do it, as then if I have any issues I can address them with the person who can make a decision to do things different. Plus, the vet assistants do not have the same training that vets do and are not as likely to be up-to-date with current information.
I've never had a vaccine go in a hind leg - always around the shoulder. Keep in mind you always have the right to refuse a vaccination if you don't feel comfortable with it.
That assistant sounds like a real humdinger. I would definitely avoid her!!! Lyric is a little cutie!!
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