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anggene3 · 12-10-2008, 10:38 AM

Hello Everyone!

Can you please tell me when your puppy received his rabies shot? Were there any side effects? Did anyone have their puppies rabies shot under 6 months and regret it? My vet wants to give this shot to him next week (he will only be 14 weeks) I think that this is way too soon so I did not make that appointment. I also was hoping that it may be safe to give it before 6 months so he is able to go to the groomers and also for protection. Do you think 5 months is still too soon? I'm really nervous about this shot!!!!!

Thank you in advance!

Bhikku · 12-10-2008, 10:49 AM

My pup had his last week at 11 weeks old and went into anaphylactic shock about half an hour after being injected. His face swelled up, he had difficulty breathing, and he became covered in welts. I had to rush him back into the vet for antihistamine shots.

I don't think age makes much of a difference, I would just arrange to observe your pup for a few hours after he gets the vaccination so you can make sure he isn't allergic. I'm really glad I took a half day off work to watch Ollie, otherwise I might not have a dog still...

I would get the shot done soon though, in case the dog has to be boarded for some reason. Most places that board will not accept a dog without proof of vaccinations.

chachi · 12-10-2008, 11:45 AM

Mine had their first rabies at 4 mos without any problems

Blazin · 12-10-2008, 11:54 AM

Dog Vaccines heres a place u can read boutcha puppy ... theres tons of stuff to read bout them here ... smiles

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Dara311 · 12-10-2008, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by anggene3

Hello Everyone!

Can you please tell me when your puppy received his rabies shot? Were there any side effects? Did anyone have their puppies rabies shot under 6 months and regret it? My vet wants to give this shot to him next week (he will only be 14 weeks) I think that this is way too soon so I did not make that appointment. I also was hoping that it may be safe to give it before 6 months so he is able to go to the groomers and also for protection. Do you think 5 months is still too soon? I'm really nervous about this shot!!!!!

Thank you in advance!

12 weeks is when your puppy should have their first rabies shot, and it should be good for ONE YEAR, then after that, it will be good for THREE years...

Bhikku · 12-10-2008, 12:14 PM

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12 weeks is when your puppy should have their first rabies shot, and it should be good for ONE YEAR, then after that, it will be good for THREE years...

This is true, but be aware of the law, some states require mandatory annual rabies boosters, like my home state...

Dara311 · 12-10-2008, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Bhikku

This is true, but be aware of the law, some states require mandatory annual rabies boosters, like my home state...

wow, around here they do first rabies 1 year, and 3 years for the next one...i think some states are really breaking down on this!

Bhikku · 12-10-2008, 12:21 PM

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wow, around here they do first rabies 1 year, and 3 years for the next one...i think some states are really breaking down on this!

There are lots of rabies in Alabama apparently, from what I've been told...also I have seen several rabid animals, including a couple of rabid dogs, so I wouldn't doubt it.

chachi · 12-10-2008, 12:22 PM

My state requires it every year also

Dara311 · 12-10-2008, 12:28 PM

that is insane!!!!!

anggene3 · 12-10-2008, 12:47 PM

[quote=Bhikku;2369166]My pup had his last week at 11 weeks old and went into anaphylactic shock about half an hour after being injected. His face swelled up, he had difficulty breathing, and he became covered in welts. I had to rush him back into the vet for antihistamine shots.

Im soooo sorry that happened to your puppy! Thank you for your advise.

DYMONDS MOM 08 · 12-10-2008, 01:05 PM

My Dymond had hers last week at 15weeks. It's good for a year then the subsequent shots will be good for 3 years.

Bhikku · 12-10-2008, 01:17 PM

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Im soooo sorry that happened to your puppy! Thank you for your advise.

No problemo.

I was not aware that an allergic reaction would be so severe, and apparently it is not uncommon, so I am just trying to inform others...

Ollie's doing fine now though.

Txgurl06 · 12-10-2008, 01:20 PM

mine didnt have any side effects. they did however get a lump where the shot was givin for a little while but then went away.nothing to worry about

Ladymom · 12-10-2008, 03:11 PM

I looked up the law and dogs don't have to be vaccinated for rabies until they are seven months old in New Jersey. I'd wait as long as possible since Dr. Dodd's doesn't recommend rabies vaccinations before six months old.

He'll need a one year booster, then a booster every three years after that. Always make sure that the rabies vaccine is given separately from other vaccines with 2-3 weeks in between.

Sadly, Pfizer makes the vaccine and it is identical whether it is given annually or every three years. It's just packaged differently under the names Defensor I and Defensor 3 to satisfy different state's requirements. Pfizer's own testing showed that the vaccine lasted for at least three years.

12-10-2008, 10:38 AM	#1
anggene3 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: new jersey Posts: 7	Help w/Rabies Shot Hello Everyone! Can you please tell me when your puppy received his rabies shot? Were there any side effects? Did anyone have their puppies rabies shot under 6 months and regret it? My vet wants to give this shot to him next week (he will only be 14 weeks) I think that this is way too soon so I did not make that appointment. I also was hoping that it may be safe to give it before 6 months so he is able to go to the groomers and also for protection. Do you think 5 months is still too soon? I'm really nervous about this shot!!!!! Thank you in advance!

12-10-2008, 11:45 AM	#3
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Mine had their first rabies at 4 mos without any problems __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

12-10-2008, 11:54 AM	#4
Blazin BANNED! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: North Shore San Diego Posts: 61	Dog Vaccines heres a place u can read boutcha puppy ... theres tons of stuff to read bout them here ... smiles Ray MaxieRex

12-10-2008, 12:22 PM	#9
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	My state requires it every year also __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

12-10-2008, 12:28 PM	#10
Dara311 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Delaware Posts: 2,515	that is insane!!!!! __________________ Mom to Fiona Marie

12-10-2008, 10:49 AM	#2
Bhikku YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 274	My pup had his last week at 11 weeks old and went into anaphylactic shock about half an hour after being injected. His face swelled up, he had difficulty breathing, and he became covered in welts. I had to rush him back into the vet for antihistamine shots. I don't think age makes much of a difference, I would just arrange to observe your pup for a few hours after he gets the vaccination so you can make sure he isn't allergic. I'm really glad I took a half day off work to watch Ollie, otherwise I might not have a dog still... I would get the shot done soon though, in case the dog has to be boarded for some reason. Most places that board will not accept a dog without proof of vaccinations.

12-10-2008, 12:47 PM	#11
anggene3 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: new jersey Posts: 7	[quote=Bhikku;2369166]My pup had his last week at 11 weeks old and went into anaphylactic shock about half an hour after being injected. His face swelled up, he had difficulty breathing, and he became covered in welts. I had to rush him back into the vet for antihistamine shots. Im soooo sorry that happened to your puppy! Thank you for your advise.

12-10-2008, 01:05 PM	#12
DYMONDS MOM 08 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Wayne, MI USA Posts: 221	My Dymond had hers last week at 15weeks. It's good for a year then the subsequent shots will be good for 3 years.

12-10-2008, 01:20 PM	#14
Txgurl06 RIP Skoshi! Love You Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wichita falls,tx Posts: 3,383	mine didnt have any side effects. they did however get a lump where the shot was givin for a little while but then went away.nothing to worry about __________________ To The"Coolest" Friend A Girl Could Have

12-10-2008, 03:11 PM	#15
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	I looked up the law and dogs don't have to be vaccinated for rabies until they are seven months old in New Jersey. I'd wait as long as possible since Dr. Dodd's doesn't recommend rabies vaccinations before six months old. He'll need a one year booster, then a booster every three years after that. Always make sure that the rabies vaccine is given separately from other vaccines with 2-3 weeks in between. Sadly, Pfizer makes the vaccine and it is identical whether it is given annually or every three years. It's just packaged differently under the names Defensor I and Defensor 3 to satisfy different state's requirements. Pfizer's own testing showed that the vaccine lasted for at least three years. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf