Vaccinations (cross post)

[Guest roo]

> > Vaccination Newsflash: Crossposting
> > from: Dr. Ihor Basko
> >
> > VACCINATION NEWSFLASH [CIMDA support] Re: J Dodd's vaccine protocol
> >
> > I would like to make you aware that all 27 veterinary schools in North
> > America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating
> > dogs and cats.
> >
> > Some of this information will present an ethical & economic challenge to
> > vets, and there will be sceptics. Some organizations have come up with a
> > political compromise suggesting vaccinations every 3 years to appease
> > those
> > who fear loss of income vs those concerned about potential side effects.
> > Politics, traditions, or the doctor's economic well-being should not be a
> > factor in medical decision.
> >
> > NEW PRINCIPLES OF IMMUNOLOGY "Dogs and cats immune systems mature
> > fully at 6
> > months. If a modified live virus vaccine is given after 6 months of
> > age, it
> > produces immunity, which is good for the life of the pet (ie: canine
> > distemper, parvo,feline distemper). If another MLV vaccine is given a
> > year
> > later, the antibodies from the first vaccine neutralize the antigens
> > of the
> > second vaccine and there is little or no effect. The titer is not
> > "boosted"
> > nor are more memory cells induced.
> >
> > "Not only are annual boosters for parvo and distemper unnecessary, they
> > subject the pet to potential risks of allergic reactions and
> > immune-mediated
> > haemolytic anaemia. "There is no scientific documentation to back up label
> > claims for annual administration of MLV vaccines "Puppies receive
> > antibodies
> > through their mothers milk. This natural protection can last 8-14 weeks.
> > Puppies & kittens should NOT be vaccinated at LESS than 8 weeks. Maternal
> > immunity will neutralize the vaccine and little protection (0-38%) will be
> > produced. Vaccination at 6 weeks will, however, delay the timing of the
> > first highly effective vaccine. Vaccinations given 2 weeks apart suppress
> > rather than stimulate the immune system. A series of vaccinations is
> > given
> > starting at 8 weeks and given 3-4 weeks apart up to 16 weeks of age.
> > Another vaccination given sometime after 6 months of age (usually at 1
> > year
> > 4 mo) will provide lifetime immunity."

[Carolk9s]

This info was of interest to me as I've been hearing more and more that supports NOT dosing dogs annually with vaccinations. Jesse BSD got his last 'cocktail' 2 years ago and probably will not ever get another. I talked with my vet and she suggested I might want to have titers run next year but she agrees that he is probably covered for the rest of his life. Brittany will be 9 next month, she too will at MINIMUM skip a couple of years then I'll do titers. Now to weigh the decision on Candy, she is about 2.5.
Perhaps I'll have titers run for Candy next year.
My dogs are exposed to a lot of other dogs at the park. Granted most people who care enough about their dogs to bring them out for play and socializing with other dogs will care enough to have them vaccinated but one never knows for sure.

[Guest Anonymous]

I have seen dogs come into a shelter with shots...and get parvo. So was this researched on dogs in stressful situations?? I am curious to know if a change in homes, owners, or etc would make a tither drop...

Anyone... :wink: