Revised 4/00
W. Jean Dodds, DVM
HOMOPET
938 Stanford Street, Santa Monica, CA. 90403
310-828-4804; Fax 310-828-8251
NOTE: This schedule is the one I recommend and should NOT be
interpreted to mean that other protocols recommended by a
veterinarian would be less satisfactory. It's a matter of
professional judgment and choice.
For breeds or families of dogs susceptible to or effected with
immune dysfunction, immune-mediated disease, immune-reactions
associated with vaccinations, or autoimmune endocrine disease (e.g.,
thyroiditis, Addison's or Cushing's disease, diabetes, etc.), the
following protocol is recommended:
Total of 3 doses ONLY Age of Pups Vaccine Type
9 weeks MLV Distemper/Parvovirus only (e.g. Intervet Progard Puppy)
12 weeks MLV Distemper/Parvovirus only (e.g. Intervet Progard Puppy)
16-20 weeks MLV Distemper/Parvovirus only (e.g. Intervet Progard
Puppy)
24 weeks or older, if allowable by law Killed Rabies Vaccine
1 year MLV Distemper/Parvovirus only booster
1 year ( give 3-4 weeks apart from Dist/Parvo booster) Killed 3 year
rabies vaccine
MLV=modified-live virus
After 1 year, annually measure serum antibody titers against
specific canine infectious agents such as distemper and parvovirus.
This is especially recommended for animals previously experiencing
adverse vaccine reactions or breeds at higher risk for such
reactions (e.g., Weimaraner, Akita, American Eskimo, Great Dane).
Another alternative to booster vaccinations is homeopathic nosodes.
This option is considered an unconventional treatment that has not
been scientifically proven to be efficacious. One controlled
parvovirus nosode study did not adequately protect puppies under
challenged conditions. However, data from Europe and clinical
experience in North America support its use. If veterinarians choose
to use homeopathic nosodes, their clients should be provided with an
appropriate disclaimer and written informed consent should be
obtained.
I use only killed 3 year rabies vaccine for adults and give it
separated from other vaccines by 3-4 weeks. In some states, they may
be able to give titer test result in lieu of booster.
I do NOT use Bordetella, corona virus, leptospirosis or Lyme
vaccines unless these diseases are endemic in the local area pr
specific kennel. Furthermore, the currently licensed leptospira
bacterins do not contain the serovars causing the majority of
clinical leptospirosis today.
I do NOT recommend vaccinating bitches during estrus, pregnancy or
lactation .
And, please keep in mind that no poodle or any animal, puppy or
adult should be vaccinated if it is sick.
