| Wylie's Mom | 06-07-2017 06:04 AM |
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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88
(Post 4730699)
Even rabies?
| To be honest..yes...even rabies. Our Wylie is almost 13 now, and I won't get him another rabies, despite the law. He is blind, can't go for walks, has soooo many health issues - and I just don't see any good reason to get him a rabies shot at this point in his life. Quote:
Originally Posted by Silver Lace
(Post 4730709)
Wylie's Mom,
So, what age do you think it is safe not to give any vaccines at all? Would that be for any breed of doggie? If I may ask why do you believe it is ok not to give shots any more at a certain age? Just curious as I never heard about this before. I had a dog who lived to be 16 and always got shots as I never knew you could stop giving them at a certain age. Thanks for your answer.
| With the current vaccine studies showing DOIs (Duration of Immunity) of 7 years to lifetime, I don't plan on getting Parvo or Distemper vaccines when my kiddos reach age 7-8 since at that age, they are likely covered until end of life. Of course, there is nothing wrong with continuing to give them every 3 years if that makes people comfortable...it's just not scientifically necessary, in a nutshell.
Rabies is required by law per your state - many states require every 3 years; some states still require annually. My plan is to do rabies through about age 12. Quote:
Originally Posted by Layla04
(Post 4730721)
| Titer cannot tell you what you need to know regarding vaccination decisions for ongoing care.
This thread may help you (especially the last post about titers): http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...-overview.html | 