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Old 11-23-2008, 02:11 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by Ellie May View Post
Most boarding facilities require it, so it will be hard to get around it. If you have to give it, you have to give it... Without it, dogs can get kennel cough which can develop into pneumonia. With it, the same can happen because it doesn't protect against all strains. The nasal drop vaccine (this one is usually given) can cause kennel cough. It is a non-core vaccine and not one I give but maybe someday I'll have to.
Thanks for the reply!

So basically, the vaccine to *prevent* kennel cough can actually cause it?

If I have the choice, would it be better to request one over the other? (nasal vs. injection)

Thank you.
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