Annual Vaccinactions - why are some still doing them? - Page 24 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

joy and bella · 09-09-2010, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

Rabies as a puppy vaccine, then one year later, then every one to three years depending on state.

DHP as puppy, then about one year later, then the schedule varies by vet. Some never do it again. Most do it every one to three years. Depends on your and their preferred protocol. Every year is way too much.

Non-core vaccines are usually given at least once a year and that is only if they are needed at all.

Thank you!!!!

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

Vets (even good ones) push the annual protocol. I think a vet can recommend them annually and still be a good vet. However, when you bring up that you want a different schedule, a good vet will listen to you. Some are almost forced to do them yearly, esp. if they aren't the boss at the facility that you go to.

I really like our current vet and he has a reputation for being an excellent diagnostician, but the office/practice he belongs to recommends annual DHPP.

He is a good listener and will answer questions and work with me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellie May

Rabies as a puppy vaccine, then one year later, then every one to three years depending on state.

DHP as puppy, then about one year later, then the schedule varies by vet. Some never do it again. Most do it every one to three years. Depends on your and their preferred protocol. Every year is way too much.

Non-core vaccines are usually given at least once a year and that is only if they are needed at all.

Are there any differences between a 1-year DHPP and a 3-year? My boys had the DHPP at the 1 year exams and the office expects them to have it again this year. I have not decided yet if I want to go with the 3 year or never again protocol.

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

I really like our current vet and he has a reputation for being an excellent diagnostician, but the office/practice he belongs to recommends annual DHPP.

He is a good listener and will answer questions and work with me.

Are there any differences between a 1-year DHPP and a 3-year? My boys had the DHPP at the 1 year exams and the office expects them to have it again this year. I have not decided yet if I want to go with the 3 year or never again protocol.

This link will help you understand. Is your vet AAHA accredited?

http://www.aahanet.org/PublicDocumen...s06Revised.pdf

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

This link will help you understand. Is your vet AAHA accredited?

http://www.aahanet.org/PublicDocumen...s06Revised.pdf

I looked at the AAHA website and found only 2 places within 25 miles that are accredited, and both places have the worst local reputation. I am more than willing to drive farther for a vet, but I found this interesting.

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

I looked at the AAHA website and found only 2 places within 25 miles that are accredited, and both places have the worst local reputation. I am more than willing to drive farther for a vet, but I found this interesting.

I am curious about what the local complaints are. Honestly if they are that bad, people could report them.
Yes, it is interesting though.

At any rate, I would copy the guidelines and take them to your vet. This is nothing new in veterinary medicine. The DHPP should not be given yearly! There is no reason for it and that has been known for quite a few years now.

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:17 AM

Is this the right place to search for AAHA accredited vets? It says "hospitals."

AAHA-Accredited Hospital Search

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

Is this the right place to search for AAHA accredited vets? It says "hospitals."

AAHA-Accredited Hospital Search

Yes, it is.

This explains accreditation :

http://www.healthypet.com/Accreditat...Standards.aspx

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

I am curious about what the local complaints are. Honestly if they are that bad, people could report them.
Yes, it is interesting though.

At any rate, I would copy the guidelines and take them to your vet. This is nothing new in veterinary medicine. The DHPP should not be given yearly! There is no reason for it and that has been known for quite a few years now.

The complaints were wide ranging and enough to scare me away, everything from the care given to the bedside manners.

My vet listens and takes time to discuss things and was happy to follow the Dodd protocol during our 1 year visits. The computer generated the note on our bills that said the boys would need DHPP a year later.

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

The complaints were wide ranging and enough to scare me away, everything from the care given to the bedside manners.

My vet listens and takes time to discuss things and was happy to follow the Dodd protocol during our 1 year visits. The computer generated the note on our bills that said the boys would need DHPP a year later.

I don't follow her. Nor does my vet. My vet is AAHA accredited and that means a lot imho. She and her employees all go to continuing education classes. She is thorough and patient.

I am not put off by bedside manner IF the vet is good. Fortunately, though, I do have both.

I have been to a local specialist whose bedside manner is not the best, but she is an excellent cardiologist. She is knowledgeable and listens and explains things.

I find it very hard to believe that two AAHA accredited facilities are that bad. Possible yes, but improbable. It would have to be solid proof of pups dying, etc for me to not go to one for a look/see.

But...that is me. If you like your vet that is important. I do think you need to take those guidelines for him to see.

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 08:31 AM

Another thing that people often use to gauge vets is money. Sometimes single practice, older vets are cheaper than a newer, accredited facility. Be careful that people are not saying things for that reason. You really need to delve into it more. BUT perhaps not...since you seem to be happy with your vet and that is important!

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

Another thing that people often use to gauge vets is money. Sometimes single practice, older vets are cheaper than a newer, accredited facility. Be careful that people are not saying things for that reason. You really need to delve into it more. BUT perhaps not...since you seem to be happy with your vet and that is important!

Our vet belongs to a fairly large practice (4 full time vets, 1 part time because he works for Pfizer now). They are on the very high end of the price scale.

Our guy is the most requested in the practice and has a reputation for being an excellent diagnostician. ETA: I have heard from numerous people who had dogs with ailments that puzzled other vets, but when they went to our guy, they figured them out relatively quickly.

ladyjane · 02-26-2011, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

Our vet belongs to a fairly large practice (4 full time vets, 1 part time because he works for Pfizer now). They are on the very high end of the price scale.

Our guy is the most requested in the practice and has a reputation for being an excellent diagnostician.

I am not questioning your vet. I was just saying that people complain sometimes for other reasons. I also was not suggesting you switch vets..not at all!

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

I don't follow her. Nor does my vet. My vet is AAHA accredited and that means a lot imho. She and her employees all go to continuing education classes. She is thorough and patient.

I am not put off by bedside manner IF the vet is good. Fortunately, though, I do have both.

I have been to a local specialist whose bedside manner is not the best, but she is an excellent cardiologist. She is knowledgeable and listens and explains things.

I find it very hard to believe that two AAHA accredited facilities are that bad. Possible yes, but improbable. It would have to be solid proof of pups dying, etc for me to not go to one for a look/see.

But...that is me. If you like your vet that is important. I do think you need to take those guidelines for him to see.

Thank you, I will bring in the guidelines. I don't have solid proof about the other hospitals, only what I have heard from neighbors and read in local forums.

Relative to bedside manner, I don't mind slightly gruff and I don't need hand holding. Our current vet knows I'm all business and he speaks to me intelligently. However, I don't want a vet that seems too busy to be concerned or who is a robot.

Maximo · 02-26-2011, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

I am not questioning your vet. I was just saying that people complain sometimes for other reasons. I also was not suggesting you switch vets..not at all!

I understand.

LDMomma · 02-26-2011, 08:50 AM

This is actually something we are working on figuring out.

My girls got all their puppy shots and then boosters at age 1. They are due for more booster in 2012 (3 years since the last set of shots).

I don't think that any of them really NEED the boosters. BUT, all day care/boarding facilities require these vaccinations and we do use those services a couple times per year.

It's possible to not take them to day care at all (we do it for their enjoyment) but I'm not sure about boarding. We don't have the kind of home that would lend itself to just hiring a private sitter and I'm nervous about them being home alone for so long.

At least I have almost two years to make this decision. They are due 12/2012.

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LDMomma YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: FL Posts: 410	This is actually something we are working on figuring out. My girls got all their puppy shots and then boosters at age 1. They are due for more booster in 2012 (3 years since the last set of shots). I don't think that any of them really NEED the boosters. BUT, all day care/boarding facilities require these vaccinations and we do use those services a couple times per year. It's possible to not take them to day care at all (we do it for their enjoyment) but I'm not sure about boarding. We don't have the kind of home that would lend itself to just hiring a private sitter and I'm nervous about them being home alone for so long. At least I have almost two years to make this decision. They are due 12/2012.