Common Vaccine Reactions in Dogs: What's Normal
Mild soreness, low energy, or a slight fever for a day after a vaccine are normal and usually resolve in 24-48 hours. Facial sw...
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Dog Vaccine Titers vs Annual Boosters: Vet Opinions
Titer testing measures a dog's existing antibody levels for core vaccines through a blood test, while an annual booster revacci...
Read More →Dog Vaccine Titers: An Alternative to Annual Boosters
Vaccine titer testing measures antibody levels in a blood sample to check whether a dog is still protected against core disease...
Read More →Understanding Leptospirosis Vaccine for Dogs
The leptospirosis vaccine, once considered optional for most dogs, is now recommended more broadly because the bacteria has spr...
Read More →Understanding Lyme Disease Vaccine: Is It Necessary?
The Lyme disease vaccine is a non-core vaccine, meaning it's recommended based on your dog's risk of tick exposure rather than ...
Read More →Bordetella Vaccine: What It Protects Against
The bordetella vaccine protects against Bordetella bronchiseptica, one of several bacteria and viruses that cause kennel cough ...
Read More →Rabies Vaccine Laws and Requirements by State
Every state handles rabies vaccination requirements a little differently: most require it by state law, a handful leave it to c...
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