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yukidomari · 17-03-2010, 22:55

Hi Luna's mom..

I find that the window for proper socialization closes very, very rapidly and for that reason I wouldn't wait until all the shots were done to start taking the dog out. Of course, I don't think you should head on over to the dogpark or anything like that.

We believe in minimal vaccinations as per Dr. Dodd's newest protocol which is roughly .. start shots (distemper, parvo, adenovirus) at 10 weeks, then every 4 weeks ending at 18 weeks.. rabies at 6 months if possible) Booster at 1 year old and titer here on out. We have used this protocol for our youngest two dogs and honestly we feel better doing so.
There is ongoing research regarding over-vaccination and Dr. Dodd is a leading American expert in immunology so we trust her (plus she is VERY NICE!)

We have also carried our dogs many places when they were young. If you are afraid of risk, a carrier or a sling is probably your best bet.

Have fun with your puppy!! We met your pup's brother over the weekend and we are in LOVE.

EDIT: Here's a little on what Dr. Dodds says about vaccs:
"
While vaccines have significantly reduced the incidence of serious infectious diseases over the years, increasing evidence implicates vaccines in triggering immune-mediated and other chronic disorders. The duration of immunity from vaccination is now accepted to be at least 5 or more years for the clinically important diseases of dogs and cats. Accordingly, new vaccine protocols are recommended: 1) giving the puppy or kitten vaccine series followed by a booster at one year of age; 2) administering further boosters in a combination vaccine every three years or as split components alternating every other year until; 3) the pet reaches geriatric age, when booster vaccination is often unnecessary and may be inadvisable. In the years between or instead of boosters, serum vaccine antibody titers can be measured to determine the adequacy of immune memory."

Here is a her resume:
http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODDS-RESUME.HTM

and here is the minimal vacc schedule and a lot of really insightful info regarding vaccinations and over-vaccinations:
http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODD...-PROTOCOLS.HTM

17-03-2010, 22:55	#5
yukidomari Moderator Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 847	Hi Luna's mom.. I find that the window for proper socialization closes very, very rapidly and for that reason I wouldn't wait until all the shots were done to start taking the dog out. Of course, I don't think you should head on over to the dogpark or anything like that. We believe in minimal vaccinations as per Dr. Dodd's newest protocol which is roughly .. start shots (distemper, parvo, adenovirus) at 10 weeks, then every 4 weeks ending at 18 weeks.. rabies at 6 months if possible) Booster at 1 year old and titer here on out. We have used this protocol for our youngest two dogs and honestly we feel better doing so. There is ongoing research regarding over-vaccination and Dr. Dodd is a leading American expert in immunology so we trust her (plus she is VERY NICE!) We have also carried our dogs many places when they were young. If you are afraid of risk, a carrier or a sling is probably your best bet. Have fun with your puppy!! We met your pup's brother over the weekend and we are in LOVE. EDIT: Here's a little on what Dr. Dodds says about vaccs: " While vaccines have significantly reduced the incidence of serious infectious diseases over the years, increasing evidence implicates vaccines in triggering immune-mediated and other chronic disorders. The duration of immunity from vaccination is now accepted to be at least 5 or more years for the clinically important diseases of dogs and cats. Accordingly, new vaccine protocols are recommended: 1) giving the puppy or kitten vaccine series followed by a booster at one year of age; 2) administering further boosters in a combination vaccine every three years or as split components alternating every other year until; 3) the pet reaches geriatric age, when booster vaccination is often unnecessary and may be inadvisable. In the years between or instead of boosters, serum vaccine antibody titers can be measured to determine the adequacy of immune memory." Here is a her resume: http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODDS-RESUME.HTM and here is the minimal vacc schedule and a lot of really insightful info regarding vaccinations and over-vaccinations: http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODD...-PROTOCOLS.HTM Last edited by yukidomari; 18-03-2010 at 17:41.