Your pet can get an antibody titre test but your child can't??

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What's up, doc?: Puppy has bad reaction to vaccination shot

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BY STACEY HERSHMAN, D.V.M.

Saturday, September 22nd 2007, 4:00 AM

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Q: My 3-month-old Lab puppy had a serious reaction after the

multiple vaccine DHPP. His face swelled up, and he was lethargic

with a fever. I am concerned my puppy's immune system may have been

affected. What do you suggest?

A: Any dog or cat with a vaccine reaction should not be

overvaccinated because the next time could be more severe and

possibly life-threatening. The vet schools and the American

Veterinary Medical Association have changed the vaccination protocol

recommending optional vaccines like DHPP be given every three years.

The healthiest alternative is a simple blood test called an antibody

titer. If the titer depicts adequate antibody protection, no

boosters are needed. Distemper and parvo, the most common viruses,

exist as single vaccines that are more effective with lower risk of

a bad reaction. Rabies is the only vaccine required by law every

three years. Have your pet checked out by a vet.

Send questions to: Stacey Hershman, D.V.M., c/o News Critters Page,

450 W. 33rd St., N.Y., N.Y. 10001, or e-mail: vet4pets@....