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Originally Posted by ladyjane  Bottom line is that the research has shown that we have over vaccinated dogs in the past. AAHA is very aware of this and has revised its guidelines. I don't think anyone would argue that point.
The problem as I see it is that many people read these things and assume that vaccines are bad and/or unnecessary. That is a very scary thing. |
I agree LJ, I don't want anyone to be so fearful that they forgo all vaccines, but I also don't like to give the impression they are without risks too. But I do believe reactions are real, especially for the smaller breeds. I just want people to be aware that a reaction COULD happen and to be very attuned in the coming weeks after a vaccine is administered to any problems their pup may be exhibiting and to report it so we can get a better understanding as to how big or small this issue is.
One percent reporting is a disgrace, this has to improve because without this information this kind of debate about whether the risk significant or not will always be a debatable.This information would also help in determining if a particle vaccine has a side effect and another doesn't. It would be fir all our best interests if we just made it a law and make reporting mandatory.