Being I am scheduling my dog (6 1/2 yr old shih tzu mix) for a checkup, I am curious as to what people feel about booster shots for dogs. I have read so many different things on the intenet and much of what I've read state they are not necessary-that boosters are not based on actual study but when to give a booster is based on what the vaccine manufacturer states. Many articles say that there is no need to revaccinate with the exception of rabies. They say that boosters do not stimulate another round of antibodies against the disease like the first vaccinations do and that other vaccinations can be given as needed- lyme, heartworm...
Additionally, being I am looking to bring a Boxer puppy into our home, if my dog doesn't receive boosters this year (and she has had boosters every year prior to this year), could the puppy be at risk for anything?
I don't bring her to places like Petco, the dog park...
Additionally, being I am looking to bring a Boxer puppy into our home, if my dog doesn't receive boosters this year (and she has had boosters every year prior to this year), could the puppy be at risk for anything?
I don't bring her to places like Petco, the dog park...