1/2 rabies vac...

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by littlepixie12

was the rabies combined with another shot? like another vaccine? i know my vet wanted to give Maxi rabies plus another booster shot together but I refused so he just got the rabies shot alone and we are going next friday for his last booster shot. Although he only got the rabies shot that lasts for a year I know there is another shot that lasts for 3 years. He was totally fine, knock on wood.

Yes, the vaccination was a combination, but because of Prince's sensitivities, his current vet did not want to take any chances. He felt that there would be too much risk..something that is supposed to protect him could kill him. Also, he based his decision on Prince's lifestyle. Be careful of the three year rabies shot; it's a lot stronger.

I'm glad your baby is ok. This whole thing is such a nightmare for me.

[Ladymom]

Just an FYI, the one year and three year rabies vaccine are identical.

From the Wall Street Journal:

One company, Pfizer Inc., decided to test its one-year rabies vaccine on live animals and discovered it lasted for at least three years. It sells the identical formula simply packaged under different labels - Defensor 1 and Defensor 3 - to satisfy different state vaccination requirements.



Some Vets Rethink the Need for Annual Pet Vaccinations

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

Just an FYI, the one year and three year rabies vaccine are identical.

From the Wall Street Journal:

One company, Pfizer Inc., decided to test its one-year rabies vaccine on live animals and discovered it lasted for at least three years. It sells the identical formula simply packaged under different labels - Defensor 1 and Defensor 3 - to satisfy different state vaccination requirements.



Some Vets Rethink the Need for Annual Pet Vaccinations

Hmmmmmmm...my vet did say that the 3 year was stronger??? I'll show him the article and post what he says.
Thanks!!

[maddiepie]

Now I'm worried! Maddie needs her first rabies vac the end of the month. Her 8 week vac made her VERY tired and her 13 week vacs had no effect on her. Should I ask my vet to only give her a partial dose of the rabies?

I'm glad everything has worked out for Prince!

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by maddiepie

Now I'm worried! Maddie needs her first rabies vac the end of the month. Her 8 week vac made her VERY tired and her 13 week vacs had no effect on her. Should I ask my vet to only give her a partial dose of the rabies?
I'm glad everything has worked out for Prince!

Talk to your vet, because every dog is so different. Prince was really sick after his vaccination...really sick. He was in and out of the vet's office for about 8 days or so after his shots. It seems as though Maggie was fine; you probably shouldn't worry. Some dogs have very minor side effects. (Prince is very sensitive to a lot of internal meds).
Please post an update after she gets her shots.

[Ladymom]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

Hmmmmmmm...my vet did say that the 3 year was stronger??? I'll show him the article and post what he says.
Thanks!!

He can call Pfizer himself if he doesn't believe it. It's no secret.

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

He can call Pfizer himself if he doesn't believe it. It's no secret.

This really concerns me. I plan to call them tomorrow because the article was written in 2002 and I would like the most current info possible.
Thanks!!

[Ladymom]

We have discussed this here in the past:

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ar-rabies.html

I'm surprised your vet isn't aware of it. It's pretty common knowledge. But yes, have him call Pfizer to verify it if he isn't aware of it.

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

We have discussed this here in the past:

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ar-rabies.html

I'm surprised your vet isn't aware of it. It's pretty common knowledge. But yes, have him call Pfizer to verify it if he isn' aware of it.

I am surprised as well. I am sure I did not misunderstand him. I do remember hearing something about the two being the same, but that was a long time ago, and I though maybe the formula had changed. I will call Pfizer on Monday, but I'm glad Prince will not have to get it, at all!!

[Ladymom]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

I am surprised as well. I am sure I did not misunderstand him. I do remember hearing something about the two being the same, but that was a long time ago, and I though maybe the formula had changed. I will call Pfizer on Monday, but I'm glad Prince will not have to get it, at all!!

I believe Alabama is the only state left that requires rabies every year. There were more back in 2002. It just wouldn't be cost effective for the companies to make a special formula for one state.

Georgia used to require annual rabies vaccinations so maybe that is why your vet is confused?

Hopefully with the Rabies Challenge Fund, more states will move to a one vaccine and a booster for life protocol. They wouldn't change the formula then, either, as titers have shown immunity to last for 7 years plus.

[chachi]

You have to check your counties too because some counties in Indiana require a yearly one for licensing

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

Just an FYI, the one year and three year rabies vaccine are identical.

From the Wall Street Journal:

One company, Pfizer Inc., decided to test its one-year rabies vaccine on live animals and discovered it lasted for at least three years. It sells the identical formula simply packaged under different labels - Defensor 1 and Defensor 3 - to satisfy different state vaccination requirements.



Some Vets Rethink the Need for Annual Pet Vaccinations

You are 100% correct. I called Pfizer, and the difference is in the labeling only, to satisfy different state requirements, as you said.
Pfizer 1-800-366-5288

[lingenieuse]

The rabies should have been given at another date.Rabies is only every 3 years now and I would not give him it ever due to his reaction.Perhaps you could have titres done.