[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Rabies Shot
- From: "Barbara Allen" <BarMarGSD@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <tsaligsds@xxxxxxxxxxx>, <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 21 Mar 2005 18:51:33 -0500
Fortunately here in the state of Florida there is an exception (within the
Florida Statutes) to vaccine requirements when a licensed, accredited
veterinarian certifies that to inoculate or deworm the dog is not in the best
medical interest of the dog, in which case the vaccine or anthelmintic may not
be administered to that particular dog.
IMO a reputable veterinarian would NOT vaccinate an animal known to be prone to
seizures. A good vet will know if there are provisions (legal) that allow
exception to vaccine laws within the state in which they practice.
Barb
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Before making a decision of this kind PLEASE check your local laws.
Regardless of wether you've had rabies or not, local laws can beestremely tough
on unvaccinated dogs. Weigh those laws, extended quarantine periods, etc
before making the decision based solely on vaccination history. Teh CDC Rabies
Compendium stated specifically and in no uncertain terms that "A rabies titer
MAY NOT be used in leiu of a current vaccine" as proof of protection against
rabies in teh event of a bite or potential exposure.
--
Suzanne
www.tsalishepherds.com
Home of Ch Firedog, Ch Cookie, Ch Flair, BIS/BISS Ch Yancy, Ch Flash, and
Lil' Miss Dancer!! Website updated 11/04
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> Lacy340@xxxxxxx wrote:
> I have an epileptic bitch that is 10 1/2 year. She is due for rabies and
> vacines. I really want to know the effect if I don't give her these
shots.
> There has been no rabies case in the bay area for 40 years.
> Any input?
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> I would not give any vaccination (of any kind) under the circumstances.
> While someone suggested titer testing, this may or may not give you a
true
> picture of immunity. Titer testing results are based on the antibodies
> CURRENTLY circulating in the blood, and not the memory cells for disease.
> There is probably more than a good chance that your bitch has a lifetime
> immunity to rabies.
>
> Barb
>
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