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Old 08-07-2008, 02:41 PM   #13
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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom View Post
Lepto is NOT a core vaccine, why would they even require it?

A reaction last time could mean worse this time - and a good vet would know that potential with the body's unpredictable reaction to an allergen.

I would not get this vaccine, nor would I support a facility that uses tactics that are not for the benefit of their PATIENTS. I'm really sorry you're having to go through this, how awful.
I agree. It is unusual to have a reaction to lepto with the first vaccine. It is normally the second, sometimes the third, vaccination that causes the reaction. If he had a reaction to the first shot, the next shot could kill him.

I would find a new vet and not just for the spay/neuter.
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