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News.... January 2003 |
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In this edition: Issues & Announcements....Senior Dog Health.....Rescue and Adoption News |
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Issues & Announcements |
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Annual Vaccinations and Titers
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| In several of our recent newsletters, we have published information concerning the dangers of annual vaccinations and the growing trend of veterinary schools to recommend against the practice. In fact, it has been reported that all 27 veterinary schools in North America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating dogs and cats, recommending against annual vaccination. In view of these changes, there may be a time at which it may be important to ascertain whether a dog is protected against such life-threatening diseases as canine parvoviius and distemper. In the past, a costly test was required, but now there is a new test available that is less expensive and quicker to yield results. Called TiterChek, this15-minute test can help determine if a dog is protected. Vets charge about $30 (compared with $65 - $100 for the old titer tests). For more information on titer testing in general, you can visit http://www.antechdiagnostics.com . |
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LEGAL ADVICE. THE DECISION WHETHER OR NOT TO VACCINATE IS AN IMPORTANT AND
COMPLEX ISSUE AND SHOULD BE MADE BY YOU, AND YOU ALONE, IN CONSULTATION WITH
YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER.