2007-09-23 07:32:25 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
ok i've been doing it for a while this is the first time giveing shots too puppies dont want to sell them without shots or worming
2007-09-23 10:59:37 · update #1
as long as you know how to do it properly and give the shots the correct way..i see no problem with it..
2007-09-23 07:39:13 · answer #1 · answered by *<3_Gizmo* 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Puppies should NOT be vaccinated before they have completed their 7th week and preferably not before they are 8 weeks old. Vaccinating earlier can interfer with natural immunity, cause immune suppression issues, cause future issues with vaccinations and can make the puppy more susepatable to the very illness the vaccine is suppose ot protect against.
It is also not a good idea to do your own vaccinations especially on puppies. They need a complete vet exam to make 100% sure they are healthy enough to get vaccinations.Only a thorough vet exam can determine this. As for dewormers only if the dewormer you have came from your vet and is not an OTC product.
2007-09-23 15:39:46 · answer #2 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I also would not give vaccines before the age of 8 wks.
Do you know what vaccines you are giving?
Most places sell the DHLPP. This has not been the recomended vaccine in several years now. The newest protocol is to give a DA2PP. Hepatitus and Lepto are no longer given because of side effects.
Read the American Animal Hospital Association's site. This is the protocol used by all 27 U.S. vet schools.
http://www.aahanet.org
Next, go to Dr. Bob Rogers' site and read all the links on vaccines, duration of immunity, and side effects.
http://www.critteradvocacy.org
2007-09-23 16:27:47 · answer #3 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since your asking, it seems you are unsure of yourself so it might not be okay. If you get your Vet or Vet tech to show you how to give shots, tell you what to look for in types of vaccine, where to buy, to make sure the temp is right where vaccines are stored, your refrigerator temp is right, the exp. date is checked, it should be no problem. Also that you give them at the exact intervals they should get them.
Giving shots too early can be ineffective.
Regarding basic worming, your Vet can help you with that too so you can be sure you are using the right medicines at the right intervals according to weight and you can also get the appropriate medication if the pups have tapeworms.
2007-09-23 15:51:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off do you know what you are doing to be giving them vaccines? Deworming is pretty simple most people deworm their pets on their own all the time...vaccines though are normally only administered by a vet. Where did you get the vaccines from, do you know if they are any good then, expired? I do give you props for being responsible in giving them vaccines and deworming even though you are doing it yourself...some people don't bother and the pups end up sick and most die from parvo.
2007-09-23 14:38:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not only OK, but it's a great money saver. At 16 weeks, however, you will need to take your puppy to a licensed vet for the rabies shot. You can't administer this one yourself.
2007-09-23 14:46:08 · answer #6 · answered by Karyl 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
as long as you know what your doing. remember the shots go just under the skin not in the muscle. All my pets are worms and given shots at home.
2007-09-23 14:37:43 · answer #7 · answered by Becky 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Its fine only if you know how to do it. Its not that difficult i just go to the vet to do it
2007-09-23 14:38:03 · answer #8 · answered by =] 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋