But before we do, you should first understand that
the core dog vaccines (parvovirus, distemper and adenovirus) are not required by law.
In a dog vaccine schedule,
core dog vaccines are considered compulsory for each and every dog.
Other
core dog vaccines include the parvo vaccine and the vaccine against canine hepatitus.
The Type 1 Adenovirus vaccine is considered
a core dog vaccine.
The Distemper vaccine is considered
a core dog vaccine.
The Parvovirus vaccine is considered
a core dog vaccine.
Not exact matches
Thirty years prior to this, he determined that
core vaccines (including distemper) last at least seven years, and most likely for the life of the
dog.
Core vaccines are
vaccines that every pet should have, while non-
core vaccines may be recommended based on the area of the country in which you live and your
dog or cat's potential exposure to various diseases.
The American Veterinary Medical Association has divided
vaccines for
dogs into two categories:
Core and Noncore.
For
core vaccines such as parvovirus and distemper, it's thought that the dose of the
vaccines can be reduced by half for
dogs weighing 12 lbs or less and still be effective at protecting small
dogs from these diseases.
It's a well known and scientific fact that the
core vaccines (distemper, parvovirus and adenovirus) last for at least seven years and likely for the life of your
dog.
The AVMA Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents» Report on Cat and
Dog Vaccines has recommended that the core vaccines for dogs include distemper, canine adenovirus - 2 (hepatitis and respiratory disease), canine parvovirus - 2, and
Vaccines has recommended that the
core vaccines for dogs include distemper, canine adenovirus - 2 (hepatitis and respiratory disease), canine parvovirus - 2, and
vaccines for
dogs include distemper, canine adenovirus - 2 (hepatitis and respiratory disease), canine parvovirus - 2, and rabies.
Core vaccines should be given to every
dog and Noncore
vaccines are recommended only for certain
dogs in certain situations and environments.
Distemper and parvovirus are also
core vaccines for
dogs, because these diseases are usually deadly for puppies.
Core vaccines for
dogs include rabies, canine distemper, parvovirus and canine hepatitis, while non-
core vaccines may include Lyme disease, parainfluenza, bordetella or leptospirosis.
The kennel cough
vaccine is not considered a
core vaccine, but your puppy should receive it at this time anyway, especially if he will be spending time in the company of other
dogs that may not have received the
vaccine.
Laws regarding the frequency of administering certain
core vaccines for
dogs, such as rabies, are now changing.
Core vaccines are those
vaccines that are considered to be necessary to the maintenance of your
dog's health.
Rabies is one of the
core vaccines we give to all cats and
dogs, and keeping your
dog or cat up to date with this
vaccine is a legal requirement.
The good news is, researchers have shown that the
core vaccines (like rabies, parvo and distemper) can protect
dogs for at least 7 years... and probably for life.
Core vaccines are the ones every
dog needs.
Research done by Dr Schultz shows that immunity from most
core vaccines can last as long as nine to 15 years, making annual
dog vaccines unnecessary.
Knowing this, it should come as no surprise that they also seriously compromise your
dog's immune system.Your
dog probably doesn't even need them as the
core vaccines he had as a puppy provide immunity that can last from 7 to 15 years!
The DHPP
vaccine combination is considered part of your pup's
core vaccines, meaning it is recommended for all
dogs.
Care - A-Van (CAV) is a convenient way for pet owners to be sure their pets are staying up to date on
core vaccines and services by providing standard
vaccines, heartworm testing, feline combo testing, flea / heartworm prevention, and basic deworming for healthy
dogs and cats.
There are many factors that should be evaluated when determining whether or not your
dog should be re-vaccinated (after receiving their
core vaccines).
If your veterinarian presses you to over-vaccinate your
dog with
core vaccines, you can draw her attention to Dr Schultz's research.
Dr Schultz's studies show the minimum duration of immunity that likely protects your
dog for life once he's had his
core vaccines as a puppy or adult.
Do you know the difference between so - called «
Core» and «Non-
Core»
vaccines for your
dog, and what those terms mean?
Core vaccines are the ones most vets recommend your
dog should have as a puppy.
Our puppy packages contain the
core vaccines that all
dogs need to develop a healthy immune system and prevent infectious diseases.
This differs from «
core»
vaccines - such as distemper, parvo and rabies - that are required for all
dogs, regardless of lifestyle.
Core vaccines should be given to all
dogs, whereas non-
core vaccines are given where indicated by your
dog's lifestyle or the geographic area in which you live.
Although many
vaccines are commercially available for cats and
dogs, only a few «
core vaccines» are recommended for routine use in shelters and rescues and their associated foster homes.
The 2011 AAHA Canine Vaccination Guidelines state: «Infectious
core vaccines are not only highly effective, they also provide the longest DOI, extending from 5 yr up to the life of the
dog.
The
core vaccines are those that should be given to all
dogs, because they protect against serious and potentially fatal diseases that affect animals all around the world.
There are three types of
vaccines available for
dogs:
core vaccines and non-
core vaccines.
A > 3 yr interval is currently recommended for revaccinating adult
dogs with infectious viral
core vaccines.»
On completion of the puppy
core vaccination series with the last dose given at 14 - 16 wk of age, a
dog can be expected to have an antibody titer or positive test result, regardless of the serologic test performed, provided the serum sample is collected > 2 wks after the last dose of
vaccine.»
The VGG minimum shelter guidelines are simple: that all
dogs and cats entering such an establishment should be vaccinated before, or at the time of entry, with
core vaccines.
To accommodate the various lifestyles of
dogs and cats, pet
vaccines are divided into two categories:
core and non-
core.
Both
dogs and cats have special needs when it comes to vaccinations, but
core vaccines are recommended to all, regardless of lifestyle.
There are a lot more
vaccines available today than there were back in the 1970s, but we now know there are certain
vaccines, called the «
core vaccines,» that every
dog and cat should receive.
Core vaccines: are recommended for all puppies and
dogs with an unknown vaccination history.
The other
core viral
vaccine for
dogs and cats is rabies.
The current official recommendation is that only three
core vaccines; distemper, adenovirus - 2, and of course rabies, be given to puppies or
dogs with uncertain
vaccine backgrounds according to this vaccination schedule Ref # 3.
Most
dogs are protected for several years — even for life in many cases — by the
core vaccines they got as puppies (or, for adult rescues, shots they got at the shelter).
The 2011 revaccination guidelines state: «every 3 years or more» with the following comment: «Among healthy
dogs, all commercially available [
core]
vaccines are expected to induce a sustained protective immune response lasting at least 5 yr.
But many
dog owners seem to be under the impression that
core vaccines are «required» — that they're a legal obligation.
Core pet vaccinations are those recommended for every companion animal, while non-
core vaccines may be advised based on your
dog or cat's lifestyle.