[Ellie May]

There is some concern about negation of immunity if too many vaccines are given at once. Haven't read much about this though. I don't think it's a huge problem because so many vets do this and the animals are obviously protected (evidence is that vaccinated animals almost never get these viruses). it could theoretcially be too much on their system to take all of this in one day and elad to more immediate reactions. Haven't really been able to confirm taht either though. Long term, there is so little data about what affects these things can cause. Any drug has the potential to cause side effects or make a disease worse. So it's not something that has an easy answer. Immune mediated hemalytic anemia is a possible problem along with cancer. Liver problems would have to be thrown into the mix, etc.

I recommend the AAHA protocol. It is the new standard in veterinary medicine. It is a compromise, but it's also a way to not overvaccinating while not undervaccinating which is a major concern. I'm sure one day it will be proven that our pups are protected against these viruses after a one year booster, but that hasn't happened quite yet, so I can't recommend that people go to this extreme. But the same goes for yearly vaccines for DHP. It is way too excessive and there is no way I'd be putting all of that into my girl.

The dental vaccine may have its place. Ellie's vet office doesn't stock it (or I've never seen them use it at least). There are animals that won't let you brush their teeth and are too sick for anesthesia, so to each their own. But I think it stops the growth of a bacteria that is normal in the mouth. Just not my idea of good medicine. It's also painful, reactions are seen, it has to be given yearly, and with all the other vaccines they have to get, there is just not a good enough reason to add yet another vaccine.

DHP and rabies are not optional. The rest are. Only you and your vet can decide what is best for your dogs based on lifestyle and health. Cornona and giardia are questionable at best.

And I strongly suggest that state/county law is followed for rabies unless you have a letter from your vet on file. Some very bad things can happen if you don't. I'd rather give it than lose my dog.

Also, the during of immunity for these vaccines is very different. For bacteria, they have to be done at least yearly.

You can titer for the viral diseases, but I think they can be a bit of a waste of money.