Dr. Jean Dodds' Recommended Vaccination Schedule
Vaccinosis is far more common than we are lead to believe and is the term used for "reactions our pets have to being vaccinated". Since I do not believe in unduly stressing out a puppy (or adult dogs') immune system, I follow Dr. Jean Dodds recommendations which are outlined below:
http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODDS-CHG-VACC-PROTOCOLS.HTM
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Note: The following vaccine protocol is offered for those dogs where minimal vaccinations are advisable or desirable. The schedule is one I (Dr. Dodds) recommend and should not interpreted to mean that other protocols recommended by a veterinarian would be less satisfactory. It's a matter of professional judgment and choice.
AGE OF PUPPIES
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VACCINE TYPE
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9 - 10 weeks
14 weeks 16 - 18 weeks (optional) 20 weeks or older, if allowable by law 1 year 1 year |
Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV (e.g. Intervet Progard Puppy DPV)
Same as above. Same as above (optional). Rabies Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV Rabies - killed, 3 year product (given 3 - 4 weeks APART from distemper/parvovirus booster. |
Perform vaccine antibody titers for distemper and parvovirus every 3 years thereafter, or more often, if desired. Vaccinate for rabies virus according to the law, except where circumstances indicate that a written waiver needs to be obtained from the primary care veterinarian. In that case, rabies antibody titer can also be performed to accompany the waiver request. See http://www.rabieschallengefund.org/.
NOTE: Consult with your veterinarian to determine which protocol would be the most effective for your particular circumstance.
Oklahoma State Recommendations
The OSU Center for Veterinary Health Sciences has established the following vaccination guidelines for this area:
Vaccine
Distemper-Hepatitis (Adenovirus-2) -Parainfluenza-Parvovirus
Leptospirosis
Bordetella (Note: Every 6 months for boarding pets)
Rabies
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