I totally trust my vet as far as my dogs shots are concerned.
I do know that there are many different types of vaccines that are given for different reasons. Some of these shots (puppy shots, etc.) need to be given at certain times - other shots (boosters) need to be given yearly and some not even that often. I think my dog's rabies shots last for three years.
My vet has both my dogs' records and notifies me when they are due for any shot, and we get in and get them.
I have been going to the same vet office for more than 20 years, and they have taken care of all my pets. First the father cared for my pets and now his son does - as well as a wonderful young lady vet who joined the practice about 6 years ago. The vets know me well and know I have no preference between the two of them.....which is great because regardless of when I visit their office - one of my two favorite vets is there to take care of me. And, in the event of an emergency, I feel more secure as I have become fast friends with both of them and trust them equally.
Anyway - whatever shots are necessary for my dogs are given at my vet's discretion. And, now that my dogs are older, we really aren't called in for shots very often at all.
Maximus --- you need to establish yourself with a good vet and ask him or her these questions. These is their speciality, and they are up to date on which shots are available and which are necessary or optional and why.....
Carol Jean |