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Originally Posted by Gracie1964  I to have read the studies and understand the concerns herein.
However the studies are not complete and medical protocol at this point.
The protocol varies from study to study, Vet. to Vet. and Breeder to
Breeder. My vaccination protocol is what I am comfortable with as is
my Vet. I am very open to change of protocol when indeed the studies
prove to be complete and effective. I have seen many many times the
effects of under or no vaccinations. In 19 years I have had two cases
of reaction to vaccinations in my own litters. I am very much in contact
with my Clients from 19 years to current and as of yet have not had
any long term problems (Thankfully). We do not use lepto, or corona,
in our vaccines. I don't like to use either until the pups are at least
6 months. I have contacted Fort Dodge through out the years and
follow their recommendation, combined with that of my Veterinarian.
I do agree with many points that have been brought up in this discussion,
and I am sure in time my protocol will change. I try to stay educated on
all the latest studies concerning Yorkshire Terriers and I am always
open minded and continue learning. |
Vaccination protocal as well as Canine Nutrition evolves as with everything else concerning medicine. However, Dr Dodd's Vaccination Protocal is what is being taught in Vet Schools throughout the country.
Lepto is something that should only be administered with caution and dependent on the region one lives in, and very detrimental to yorkie pups. Corona virus vaccine, there is different strains of Corona, so the vaccine is totally unnecessary past the age of 7 months of age.
Fort Dodge is a manufacter I personally would stay away from anyway. I've had too many friends in the breeder/exhibitor world that have used with horrible outcome....their pups contracting the diseases, through the vaccine.