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CKC & BIMBS UKC Grand & IABCA Int'l CH Starswept Thunderstorm NA, NAJ, S-NJC, S-TN-N, TG-N (10 US pts, 4 pt major)
"Storm" is an example of some of the beautiful puppies we have bred here ... Sound Structure, Temperament, and Gorgeous Type! PUPPY INQUIRIES: Please supply us with information about yourself and your location. We would also like to know if you are interested in a show, performance or companion dog. This information will help us to respond to you with the most appropriate information. Thank you. We offer quality puppies for show, performance and companionship to loving, responsible homes only! It is our wish that our puppies will continue to receive the same kind of love and care they have received in our home. Our puppies are home-raised with children and cats for maximum socialization. Our puppies are CKC registered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed, dewclaws removed, and come with a written health guarantee. We also include a puppy care package containing all the information you will need to help you raise your new puppy. We sell puppies as "show", only if we would be proud to show them ourselves. Also, since we wish to keep our numbers small, we often sell some of our pick puppies to approved show homes. Pets are sold on a strictly (CKC) NON-BREEDING, SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT only. We do ship to approved homes when necessary. We reserve the right to refuse a sale. |
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VACCINATIONS CAN HARM YOUR PET ... Upon reading Vaccine Guide for Dogs & Cats: What Every Pet Lover Should Know by Catherine J.M. Diodati, MA, Vaccine Expert, Legal Consultant, and Biomedical Ethicist and doing further research, we are currently in the process of changing our Vaccination Protocol. We would highly recommend becoming informed by purchasing and reading this book before deciding on a vaccine protocol for your kitten/cat. This book can be purchased by clicking on the link above or on Amazon.ca ($12.47). More Books on the Subject of Vaccinations:
* Homeopathy Care for Cats and
Dogs by Donald Hamilton DVM FURTHER READING Natural Rearing: For Those That Choose To Think For Themselves Vaccinations For Cats: Helpful or Harmful? by Dr. Don Hamilton DVM Vaccine Guide For Dogs and Cats: What Every Pet Lover Should Know by Catherine J. M. Diodati, MA Catherine J. M. Diodati, MA is a vaccine expert, legal consultant, and biochemical ethicist. She began researching vaccines in 1985. Information on Feline Vaccination Dangers and Concerns by Michelle T Bernard, Author of Raising Cats Naturally (this book is endorsed by Linda East, DVM & Jean Hofve, DVM) Important Information On The Dangers of Annual Vaccinations Compilation of Information Regarding the Use of Vaccines Paws & Claws Pet Pantry’s Holistic Vets in Ontario American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association - Canadian Members
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CANINE VACCINATION PROTOCOL - 2007 - MINIMAL VACCINE USE
W. Jean
Dodds, DVM
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AGE OF PUP |
VACCINE TYPE |
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9 - 10 weeks |
Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV (e.g. Intervet Progard Puppy DPV) |
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14 weeks |
Same as above |
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16 -18 weeks (optional) |
Same as above (optional) |
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20 weeks or older, if allowable by law |
Rabies |
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1 year
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Distemper + Parvovirus, MLV |
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1 year
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Rabies, killed 3-year product (give 3-4 weeks apart from distemper/parvovirus booster) |
Perform vaccine antibody titers for distemper and parvovirus annually thereafter. Vaccinate for rabies virus according to the law, except where circumstances indicate that a written waiver needs to be obtained from the primary care veterinarian. In that case, a rabies antibody titer can also be performed to accompany the waiver request.
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Re:
J Dodd's Vaccine Protocol
From: Dr. Ihor Basko Canineallergiessolutions@yahoogroups.com
I would like to make you aware that all 27 veterinary schools in North America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating dogs and cats.
Some of this information will present an ethical & economic challenge to vets, and there will be sceptics. Some organizations have come up with a political compromise suggesting vaccinations every 3 years to appease those who fear loss of income vs those concerned about potential side effects. Politics, traditions, or the doctor's economic well-being should not be a factor in medical decision.
NEW
PRINCIPLES OF IMMUNOLOGY
"Dogs and cats immune systems mature fully at 6 months. If a modified live
virus vaccine is given after 6 months of age, it produces immunity, which
is good for the life of the pet (ie: canine distemper, parvo,feline
distemper). If another MLV vaccine is given a year later, the antibodies
from the first vaccine neutralize the antigens of the second vaccine and
there is little or no effect. The titer is not "boosted" nor are more
memory cells induced.
"Not only are annual boosters for parvo and distemper unnecessary, they subject the pet to potential risks of allergic reactions and immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia. There is no scientific documentation to back up label claims for annual administration of MLV vaccines. "Puppies receive antibodies through their mothers milk. This natural protection can last 8-14 weeks. Puppies & kittens should NOT be vaccinated at LESS than 8 weeks. Maternal immunity will neutralize the vaccine and little protection (0-38%) will be produced. Vaccination at 6 weeks will, however, delay the timing of the first highly effective vaccine. Vaccinations given 2 weeks apart suppress rather than stimulate the immune system. A series of vaccinations is given starting at 8 weeks and given 3-4 weeks apart up to 16 weeks of age. Another vaccination given sometime after 6 months of age (usually at 1 year 4 mo) will provide lifetime immunity."
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THE RABIES CHALLENGE FUND
November, 2006
Greetings All!
Some big news for The Rabies Challenge Fund Charitable Trust: ... now has its own website ... If you read the text of the press release below, you'll see the other big news is that Dr. Ronald Schultz of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine has volunteered his time to conduct the 5 and 7 year canine rabies challenge studies. If you recall, Dr. Schultz's research forms part of the scientific base for the American Animal Hospital Association's 2003 and 2006 Canine Vaccine Guidelines. The December 2006/January 2007 (Vol. 8, Issue 6) Animal Wellness Magazine features an article by Ann Brightman on the RCF entitled, How Often Does He REALLY Need a Rabies Shot?
Since last year, Dr. W. Jean Dodds, of Hemopet and Co-Trustee of The Rabies Challenge Fund Charitable Trust, and her staff have donated their time to ensure these vital studies are conducted for the benefit of our canine companions.
We hope you'll join us in this effort, too!
Regards, Kris L. Christine
Founder, Co-Trustee
Web Site: The Rabies Challenge Fund
Click on this link for a Compilation of Information Regarding the Use of Vaccines
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are our opinions based on our experience and research. We are not veterinarians, nor do we claim to have any medical training or to be an expert in feline health issues. As reputable breeders we feel it is our responsibility to continuously educate ourselves about all facets of breeding Shetland Sheepdogs. In addition, to our many years of breeding experience, this knowledge helps us to maintain quality, healthy breeding stock with the goals of raising the healthiest puppies possible and improving the Shetland Sheepdog breed as a whole.
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