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    3 Year Rabies Vaccine And Cancer?

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    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.

    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.

    3 Year Rabies Vaccine And Cancer?

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    Don't think I have ever heard of an injection site carcinoma in a dog, but I assume it is possible.

    ...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.

     

    3 Year Rabies Vaccine And Cancer?

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    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.

    Vet Surgeon Recommendations

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    My parent's German Shepherd is going to a Ortho Surgeon to see what they can find out about his hind end. He's 11 years old and has back end weakness. Its probably just old age, but we want to make sure. He's in great spirits and plays and chases as much as he's able. In fact he'll occasionally just be running, then his back end flops over like he was shot, then get back up and run some more. Anyway, I wanted them to see a specialist since their regular vet is pretty old and basically runs a small mom and pop vet clinic.

     

    So the person they were referred to is a Juan Marti in Chesapeake Va. I did find a hearing about him in March 13 by the Department of Health Professions Board of Veterinary Medicine, but it was closed so the subject was confidential. His practice is in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake. Anyone have experience with him?

     

    Also, is there another Ortho Specialist in the Va Beach/Norfolk/Chesapeake area that you would recommend?

     

    Also any Alternative specialist in the area (Acupuncture/Chiropractor/etc)?

     

    Thanks!

     

    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.

     

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