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Comment on Treating Adverse Vaccine Reactions by Jean Dodds, DVM by Jan

Jan — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:21:23 +0000

And one more thing. Ask the vet who gave the shot if he/she thinks a 12 year old Maltese was at risk for becoming rabid.

Comment on Treating Adverse Vaccine Reactions by Jean Dodds, DVM by Jan

Jan — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:20:25 +0000

Kesha, my heart breaks for you. But I can’t understand why you don’t blame the vets. How can they not immediately look at the vaccine as the cause? Did this delay caused by such convenient thinking lead to your dog’s death? Did the lack of understanding about homeopathy cause the death? Did they give a vaccine that contained mercury that cause the death?

Please, report the death to the vaccine’s manufacturer. Please come back and tell us which vaccine it was and whether it was thimerosol (mercury) free? Make sure the vets report the death, even if they think it had nothing to do with the shot.

Take care and help us stop this lunacy. If you’re anywhere near So. California, come to our Safer Pet Vaccination Seminar http://www.petseminar.org And support the RabiesChallengeFund.org.

Their opinion is not the issue. It’s the proximity of the vaccine to the death of your wonderful dog.

Don’t just be sad. Learn and teach.

Comment on Treating Adverse Vaccine Reactions by Jean Dodds, DVM by Kesha

Kesha — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:54:41 +0000

My 12 1/2 year old Maltese died today I believe from an adverse reaction from a rabies shot. Although she was never sick previously. The Vet’s (primay and hospital) did not believe the shot could cause a reaction 12 hours later and said her illness was due to a minor kindey problem. Again, that had never been diagnosed previously. I’m not blaming the Vet’s, I just want them to be more open minded. The steriod was given promtly but the Lyssin was not. The proper regimen given timely could have saved my dogs life. I will definitely report my suspicions.

Comment on The Rabies Vaccine and Your Dog: Side Effects by Jan

Jan — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:12:52 +0000

Hi Angelina. It’s very important that you get all your dog’s reactions detailed in his file. Get a copy of the file, and get the reaction page signed. You’ll want to apply for an exemption next time.

Make sure you report the reaction to the vaccine manufacturer. You’ll need brand and lot #. Ask you vet to report it, too, and follow up to make sure it gets done. Check the label. I bet your vet gave a shot containing mercury (thimerosol). If it doesn’t, it will say TF or thimerosol free.

I find your vet’s behavior unacceptable. Your dog should have been seen right away and the vaccine should have been immediately suspected. Since you weren’t warned about side effects, you should report your vet to your state veterinary medical board. This is the only way things will change.

Find a vet with training in homeopathy. There’s a referral list at http://www.dogs4dogs.com/vets This is your dog’s best chance for recovery. Keep advocating, and tell your friends.

If you’re anywhere near So. California, come to our Safer Pet Vaccination Seminar on March 28. It benefits the study of the rabies vaccine.

Comment on The Rabies Vaccine and Your Dog: Side Effects by Angelina Heleloa-Bader

Angelina Heleloa-Bader — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:26:27 +0000

My 17 week old Malti-poo was given his rabies shot. As a new puppy mom I followed the advice of our vet to have him vaccinated. I was not advised of any risks or possible side effects.(Stupid me, I am now an avid online researcher) My 6lb. pup began having tremblors. This was on a Friday.I called the vet and asked if it was related to the vaccine. I was told probably not, but give him some baby Benadryl and if it didn’t clear up call the vet on Monday. On Saturday I took him back to the vet’s office and an assistant didn’t see anything out of the ordinary but again advised me to call on Monday. By Tuesday, my little guy looked like he had Parkinson’s, his little head shaking back and forth. We rushed him to the emergency where he was kept for two days, given a battery of tests and x-rays, I.V. and hundreds of dollars later, I brought him home. He is now going through metal detox. Had I known about the dangers of this vaccine, I would have never put my baby through it. It’s imperative to be your pet’s own advocate!!!!

Comment on Dog Flu Vaccine: Do You Really Need a Shot for the H3N8 Canine Virus? by Jan

Jan — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:16:44 +0000

Debra, that’s so sad. Please make sure that both you AND the vet report the death to the manufacturer. This drug has only conditional approval so all adverse reactions must be reported. If everyone reports reactions, then maybe the drug will be stopped. Maybe ….

When you call the manufacturer — you’ll need brand and lot # — ask if they have statistics on deaths reported. They probably won’t tell you, but if you find out anything, please let me know. FYI, 5% of reactions reported for the rabies vaccine are death.

Comment on Dog Flu Vaccine: Do You Really Need a Shot for the H3N8 Canine Virus? by Debra

Debra — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:37:45 +0000

My mother’s 5 year old Scottie just passed away this past Sunday night 2 weeks after he was given his booster shot for canine flu virus. My mother told me within a few days after receiving the vaccination Mac became increasingly lethargic and weak. Mac went back to the vet(the same one who hoodwinked my mother into getting the vaccine) who told my mom he was just having a mild reaction. By the second week Mac could not walk and would not eat. By the time he made the second trip to the vet his gums were white, his urine dark yellow and his stools pale orange. Mac died from autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Please do not give your pets this vaccine. I am sure there are lots of dogs who have received the shot without having any serious side effects but there is not way I would take the risk with my 2 dogs. Mac was a happy little dog and his death will hopefully save others dogs from the same fate.

Comment on Vaccinating Dogs: 10 Steps to Eliminating Unnecessary Shots by Jan

Jan — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:34:30 +0000

Re husbands, I got married for the first time 3 days before my 40th birthday. It was a good decision.

Just remember: these sweet hobby breeders can be passing along dogs that will have lifetime problems. You are encouraging them to breed recklessly again. And encouraging them not to learn about careful vaccination. I understand that you’re in love, but be careful. As with men.

Make sure, above all, that you’re doing a vet check with an impartial vet before your purchase is final. Buyer beware. Either that, or make sure you have $10,000 or more of extra money hanging around. And a strong constitution. My vet’s offhand remark that one of my dogs had bad knees and might someday need surgery cost $5000. I love her dearly, but you just have to make sure what you’re bargaining for.

Comment on Vaccinating Dogs: 10 Steps to Eliminating Unnecessary Shots by Navi and Tavi

Navi and Tavi — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:47:58 +0000

Thanks for the quick response, Jan. I’ll go to your contact information, so I can get the protocol.

They are new breeders. This is their second litters from two females. I got one out of each litter. Now, I do not know if they belong to any associations. I didn’t think to ask. I get the feeling that they’re hobby breeders, doing so out of their love for huskies.

I’ve seen a lot of breeders’ ads not releasing until 8 weeks. I’m kind of glad to be getting them at 6 weeks, because that way, I can control these shots.

I’m sure the breeders could be making honest mistakes, but for me, Tavi and Navi are here and still need a loving home, regardless of whether the breeders know what they’re doing. I’ll look into how old they should be, as you’ve suggested, and I have the option of letting them stay with their mothers longer, I suppose. It’ll make me crazy to wait longer, but at least you’ve called it to my attention, so I can make an informed choice.

My last Siberian Husky, who was my child and best friend, just died after a surgery to remove her ruptured spleen. It was awful and the stupid vet said that her chest rays looked clear, but she basically drowned in her own blood that night when her lungs filled up with it. I couldn’t figure out what in the world was going on with her and it was awful. I don’t trust any vets anymore. It’s gonna be hard.

You’re right. Adopting a dog is like finding a husband, but I never knew how to do that well, either! LOL. That’s how I’m almost 37 and still single.

Comment on Vaccinating Dogs: 10 Steps to Eliminating Unnecessary Shots by Jan

Jan — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:13:43 +0000

Hi Navi and Tavi. Virtually experts say NO SHOTS at all before 8 or 9 weeks. The pups have maternal immunity. Also, what kind of breeder is selling dogs that young? Go on-line and look for the ethics of the breeders for your breed. I bet they say not to release pups before 8 to 12 weeks. Check out the info there and ask questions. http://www.shca.org/

Never ever give a combo shot. Ever. Read my articles about Lepto. Coronavirus is not recommended by any vet school or organization. Read my article at truth4dogs.com about avoiding adverse reactions.

E-mail me and I’ll send you a vaccination protocol from an expert. My contact info is here. http://www.dogs4dogs.com/contact

Re the breeder: why is he/she breeding dogs? Are they experts about the breed? Do they belong to breed organizations? Have they done any genetic testing? Adopting dogs is like finding a husband: don’t fall in love first. Investigate!