I really wish something could be done about the manufacturers of these vaccinations. They are a big part of the problem. Most pet owners and breeders are not aware of the new protocol on vaccinations so they just go by what the vets tell them or if they buy their shots from the feed store, like so many do, they just follow the directions on the bottle. I have been told that many vets vaccinate at 6 weeks because that is what the recommendation is from the manufacturer of the vaccines and if they did not follow those recommendations they would be liable.
I was looking at my Revival catalog where I buy my vaccines and it says vaccinate healthy dogs at 4 weeks or older for the distemper or parvo and 6 weeks for the other vaccinations. I am not surprised at all the confusion breeders and pet owners have about vaccinations. I truly believe that early vaccination and over vaccinating can create a number of health issues in dogs that most people do not realize were created due to a compromised immune system due to over vaccination. I find it very worrisome. | 