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Hoping he is doing ok.

Pre-surgical blood work is always a good idea. It may pick up any problems in the liver and kidneys that need to filter the anesthesia. It is a sound medical protocol for the safety of our pets, same as it would be for us going under anesthesia.

So far the only non-adjuvented vaccine for Rabies is the feline PureVax by Merial. The way it was explained to me is that when a manufacturer first gets the approval for a vaccine it is usually the 1yr label. If later they get approval for a longer duration or more species a different label is used to separate the two. I have never seen an injection site carcinoma in a dog and only a couple of cats in 20yrs.

I checked all my resources today and could not even find a rumor of injection site carcinomas related to a 3yr Rabies vx in canines. The major manufacturers of the vaccines offer the same vaccine with a 1yr label and 3yr label. The vaccine itself is the same. Most hospitals pull the label off the vial and put it into the chart, some must like having label match the validation of the certificate. Like Deanna we use Imrab 3 for all, but do offer the PureVax Feline adjuvent free vaccine. The core vaccines like DHPP can also given with a 3yr protocol after the initial series. Lepto is not common in our area, but I wish more would do the Lyme vaccine, we have had a bad tick season. Bordetella is another good vaccine to have on board. Molleigh was given the "Dental Vaccine" by NGAP. I will be interested to follow her mouth to see if it does help.

Let me clarify that we re a THREE year state where the vet is insisting on a yearly vaccines. Hmmm, I would be curious as to what vaccine (brand) it is she is using. Seems to me if your state allows 3yr vaccines it should be offered. For cats we let the client decide on the Purevax or Regular Rabies vaccine. I will look for any research info on the vaccines and dogs, but I really do not remember anything. The Drug Reps usually push that stuff when trying to sell a new vaccine. Keep us posted.

...but would't the risk of that (if it existed) be made worse by vaccinationg EVERY year? I think in the states that require yearly vaccines, the risk is higher contracting Rabies than an injection site carcinoma, your state veterinary board maybe able to answer in more detail.

Welcome from Tidewater Virginia.

Welcome from Virginia

a lot depends on the manufacturer and state regulations. But, the injection site carcinomas are more common in cats. The cause is not the vaccine but the adjuvent which is what the vaccine is mixed with to cause the system to have an immune response and build up immunity. Some states require Rabies to be given every year. In VA after the first vx we can validate the next one for 3yrs. We use Merial Imrab 3, it can be used as a 1 or 3 yr, is safe for Ferrets too. Merial's PureVax Feline Rabies is non-adjuvented therefore only has a 1yr validation. Don't think I have ever heard of an injection site carcinoma in a dog, but I assume it is possible.

Sending lots of good luck your way

My heart goes out to you and your family and all the friends of Annie. I will see a new fawn star in the sky tonight.

Cricket, I am in the College Park area. We have been here since 1986. I see you mentioned Burtonsville.......we came from Silver Spring MD.

Welcome, glad to see another VaBch member. What part of the Beach are you in?

Oh my, hope it is just a gas bubble. When was his last bowel movement?

Mom got to meet Davis yesterday, and since his Mom can't upload pictures yet. Here he is. Molleigh of VaBch Davis (Direct Design)

I can say that Dr. Marti is a well respected surgeon in our area. Our receptionist used him for her GSD and loved him and his bedside manner and the way he treated her dog. (she is picky) Every one of our clients we have sent to him have been pleased as well. The building he is in also houses the other Specialists, they have ultrasound etc. I can get you their numbers if you would like.

Oh my, my heart sunk when I saw this. Take care

January 31, 2002 I went to get Mom up and she had passed in her sleep. It is hard to believe it has been almost 7yrs. But the memories will always be there in our hearts. Your mother's name was beautiful.

Little candle with your light, help heal those that hurt tonight.

Fantastic

You have a full plate and if you need to scream, yell, cuss we all understand. Robin, I looked back at the other thread but can not find if you posted his labwork. May I suggest the next step to possibly xray or do an ultrasound. Please take care.

little candle tis the season to work a bit harder, help those who are sick and help those who are lost find their way home.

aren't miracles greyt!!!

Hmmm guess you will just have to bring him over so I can take pictures for you and get them posted.