It was most likely either this vaccine or rabies that sent Ellie into shock.
It is NOT recommended unless you live in an area where lepto is a big problem.
The vaccine has killed Yorkie puppies.
The duration of immunity is short (probably less than a year).
There are many strains of lepto and none of the vaccines cover them all.
It is zoonotic but you can also get the disease from contaminated water and I think there is some question about whether a dog carrying but not ill with the disease can pass it to humans even when the dog gets vaccinated.
On the other hand, lepto is a very serious disease that can affect the liver and kidneys. It can be fatal and sometimes doesn't get diagnosed too quickly.
This is one of those things where you have to be convinced by your own research on what is best because there are risks either way. Is lepto a problem in your area?
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