The requirements for immunization with
non-core dog vaccines differ on the basis of factors such as breed, geography and epidemiology of a particular disease.
The list of
non-core dog vaccines may vary, but in most parts of the world dogs are usually immunized for:
The Canine Influenza vaccine is considered
a non-core dog vaccine.
The Lyme Disease vaccine is considered
a non-core dog vaccine.
Not exact matches
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.
In the USA the leptospiral canine
vaccine is classed as a «
non-core» medication — so it should be given to individuals where their geographical location or lifestyle suggests exposure, but not as a standard vaccination for every single
dog.
Non-core vaccines can also be costly, so think carefully before deciding to administer non-core vaccines to y
Non-core vaccines can also be costly, so think carefully before deciding to administer
non-core vaccines to y
non-core vaccines to your
dog.
Core
vaccines for
dogs include rabies, canine distemper, parvovirus and canine hepatitis, while
non-core vaccines may include Lyme disease, parainfluenza, bordetella or leptospirosis.
Many
dog owners choose not to administer
non-core vaccines, due to concerns that over-vaccination may be harmful.
Vaccines against kennel cough and Lyme disease are among the non-core vaccines f
Vaccines against kennel cough and Lyme disease are among the
non-core vaccines f
vaccines for
dogs.
Your
dog's lifestyle and health determine the need for
non-core vaccines.
Do you know the difference between so - called «Core» and «
Non-Core»
vaccines for your
dog, and what those terms mean?
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.
Certain
non-core vaccines are still recommended annually for adult
dogs.
There are three types of
vaccines available for
dogs: core
vaccines and
non-core vaccines.
Non-core vaccines protect
dogs against diseases that may not be life threatening but still cause illness.
Non-core vaccines may also have certain known risks or are not as effective as they should be, so are only used in very specific circumstances and are not recommended for all
dogs.
To accommodate the various lifestyles of
dogs and cats, pet
vaccines are divided into two categories: core and
non-core.
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) considers leptospirosis
vaccine a «
non-core»
vaccine for
dogs.
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.
In general, there are core
vaccines that every
dog or cat should get and
non-core vaccines that are administered based on an individual's risk factors.
Non-core vaccines are those that are based on your
dog's lifestyle and risk of exposure to disease.
Click here to see a full list of core and
non-core vaccines for cats and
dogs and when you need to get them.
Non-core vaccines include leptospirosis, Lyme disease and Bordetella for example and are recommended for
dogs in specific geographic locations.
Lyme disease and kennel cough are two
non-core vaccines that can be given to your
dog depending on his lifestyle.
The 2011 AAHA Canine Vaccination Guidelines offer a comprehensive review of canine
vaccines currently available in North America, updated recommendations for core versus
non-core vaccines, and revised recommendations for shelter - housed
dogs.
There are still reservations related to the classification of
dog vaccines as core and
non-core, but for the time being it is the most authentic and widely followed criteria for defining immunization programs throughout the world.
Non-core vaccines become a mandatory part of a
dog vaccination schedule only if exposure to certain disease is predicted.
Dogs may be immunized against different diseases on the basis of their potential exposure, epidemiological importance of disease, local laws, breed etc. but
non-core vaccines are not mandatory for every
dog.
Dog / Puppy Regional Non-Core Vaccines: Leptospirosis, Bordetella, and Lyme disease (These vaccines may or may not be recommended depending on the dog's exposure risk
Dog / Puppy Regional
Non-Core Vaccines: Leptospirosis, Bordetella, and Lyme disease (These vaccines may or may not be recommended depending on the dog's exposure
Vaccines: Leptospirosis, Bordetella, and Lyme disease (These
vaccines may or may not be recommended depending on the dog's exposure
vaccines may or may not be recommended depending on the
dog's exposure risk
dog's exposure risks.)
Vaccination guidelines recommend
non-core vaccines be administered only to
dogs with risk factors for the disease.
This is a
non-core vaccine, but is recommended by UCAN for at risk
dogs.
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Non-core vaccines are given depending on the
dog's exposure risk.
Similar to Dr. Schultz, they provide a list of core
vaccines and also include
non-core vaccines which are based on the individual
dog.
Core
vaccines are those considered vital to all
dogs or cats;
non-core are those determined based on outlying factors such as exposure risk, geographic location, etc..
Behavioral issues, skin problems, and thyroid disorders have also been seen in
dogs vaccinated repetitively with core and
non-core vaccines.
According to a joint publication by the American Veterinary Medical Association and American Animal Hospital Association, which groups
vaccines according to whether they are core (or highly recommended) or
non-core (considered elective, unless the diseases are endemic in the area),
dogs should receive four core
vaccines, while cats should receive between four and five.
Most
dogs with low - risk lifestyles can be vaccinated every three years with the core
vaccines and as needed for any
non-core vaccines (most
non-core vaccines require annual boosters).
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