Vaccinations For Dogs

Hepatitus / Adenovirus vaccine is also part of the core vaccine group.  The side effects for hepatitus / adenovirus vaccine are considered low.  The first hepatitus / adenovirus vaccine is given at 6 to 8 weeks of age. Booster shots are given to puppies up to approximately four months old.  The immunity length for the vaccine at that point is for one year. The effectiveness of the hepatitus / adenovirus vaccine is considered high.  The hepatitus / adenoivirus disease is a viral disease that causes upper respiratory tract infections. 

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Vaccinations For Dogs

Canine distemper is a core vaccine.  Side effects for this vaccine are considered low.  The canine distemper vaccine is initially given at 5 to 6 weeks of age. The effectiveness of the canine distemper vaccine is considered high.   Canine distemper is a contagious and viral disease with no known cure.  In unvaccinated dogs canine distemper attacks the dog's tonsils and lymp nodes; there the disease replicates itself for about a week.  Canine distemper then attacks the respiratory, urogenitol, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.

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Vaccinations For Dogs

Let's look a little closer at the core vaccine for Rabies.  Side effects for this vaccine are considered low to moderate.  The first vaccine for rabies is given at 3 to 4 months of age; the immunity length for this initial vaccine is one year.  The second vaccine for rabies has an immunity length of three years. The effectiveness of the rabies vaccine is considered high.  Rabies is a fatal viral disease that attacks the nervous system and is contagious to humans.

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Vaccinations For Dogs

A vaccination or immunization stimulates an immune response in your pet; which will provide them protection from a disease or group of diseases. A vaccine can be given individually for a particular disease or as a group shot for diseases.  The rabies vaccine is always given as a separate shot.  Dog vaccinations consist of two groups; core and non-core. The core vaccines are for the following:

1. Rabies
2. Distemper
3. Hepatitis / Adenovirus
4. Parvovirus

The non-core vaccines are for the following:

1. Bordetella
2. Parainfluenza (this was part of the core group for many years)
3. Leptospirosis
4. Lyme Disease
5. Giardia
6. Coronavirus
7. Canine Influenza H3N8
8. Dog Rattlesnake Vaccine

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Vaccinations For Dogs

Pet owners are now faced with difficult choices when it comes to vaccinating their pets.  Some people are opting to stop vaccinating entirely, others are using a modified schedule, and some have stayed with guidelines which have been in place for a very long time.  I would use caution as far as not vaccinating at all; the core vaccinations exist because certain diseases are highly contagious and they can kill your pet.  Look at what is occuring with children and adults nowadays who have not been vaccinated; there are many more cases of whopping cough, measles and mumps.  I hope there will not be a resurgence of polio as well. 

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Grooming

The best way to stay on top of grooming is to spend a little bit of time doing it every day.  It becomes a habit for you and your dog will love the extra one on one time.  Indoor pets shed far more than those that spend most of their time outdoors.  Regular brushing really does help keep the loose fur from being absolutely everywhere. Since my Saint Bernards are indoor dogs they are bathed often; a smelly dog makes for a smelly house.  To avoid ear issues; keep your dog's ears clean.  It is also a good idea to brush their teeth regularly.  Keep your dog's nails trimmed, split or broken nails can be painful for them and even cause them to limp. 

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4 To 6 Month Puppy Competition - Judging

The judging for the 4 to 6 month puppy competition is more relaxed.  The goal is to encourage everyone participating to have a good time; so choose a judge who enjoys playful puppies.  This competition is completely separate from the regular classes.  It is one combined class and is not separated by sex.  This competition is offered to breeds and varieties of dogs that are at least 4 months old and under 6 months old.  Puppies of the same breed or variety are entered in the same class.  In each class the only placements are for BOB (Best of Breed) and BOS (Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed). The BOB winners compete in the Group Competition. There can be a total of nine groups:

1. Working
2. Terrier
3. Sporting
4. Herding
5. Hound
6. Non-Sporting
7. Toy
8. Miscellaneous Class
9. Foundation Stock Service (FSS)

The winners from these groups compete for Best 4-6 Month Puppy In Show. 

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Some Labor Day Thoughts

Our household has been hit, job outsourced to India.

This could be you!

It is no holiday if you are looking for a job!

Is this just around the corner?

Your job can be outsourced, be prepared.


 

4 To 6 Months Beginner Puppy Competition

On July 3rd, 2012 AKC officially began sanctioning the 4 to 6 months beginner puppy competition.  This competition encourages new entries, including FSS (Foundation Stock Service) dogs, and socializing dogs during a crucial time of their development. 

AKC will help your Club with promotional support by:

• Attracting and recruiting potential exhibitors for your show
• AKC will email invitations to registered dogs within a 150 miles radius of your show
• Follow-up emails will be sent by AKC as a reminder for your show
• Puppies entered in these competition can earn points toward a Certificate of Merit

A Dog Is For Life

Always keep the following in mind when you are thinking about adding a dog to your family circle.

1. You will be responsible for feeding them.
2. You will be responsible to see that they are trained.
3. You will be responsible to give them daily exercise, like a walk.
4. You will be responsible to share your life with them, like playing with them.
5. You will be responsible to keep them groomed.
6. You will be responsible to pick up after them; whether it is in your own backyard, sidewalk, or park.
7. You will be responsible for their healthcare; annual vaccinations, routine check-ups, dental work.

A dog is for life, not just the brief wonderful period of time known as puppyhood.  Everyone loves a puppy.  All the years of a dog's life can bring you so much happiness.  Their loyalty can help you ride through the pitfalls life delivers to all of us.  Share your life with a dog; just remember you are responsible for them for life!

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