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Vaccination help please
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Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
Given the supply problem with the vaccine
http://forums.rabbitrehome.org.uk/showthread.php?447180-Combo-Vaccine-out-of-stock
if your Vet has some in stock now I would get it done. But really you need to consult your Vet about the timing, I am just giving an unqualified opinion.
MightyMax
Banned
There is no way anyone but a vet can give you advice as to whether it's definitely safe. There are slight risks to anything, including vaccination.
Some vets advocate vaccinating early, but the decision will be yours.
The Duchess
Wise Old Thumper
So calling your vet to discuss this would be the best way forward. They may be organising mass vaccination clinics at particular times and on special days anyway.
Although I appreciate that there is also a supply issue. This was a general question just wondering if others had got it done early, as regardless of the supply issue, I am unable to get it done at the time it is due so it will either need to be done early or late.
Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
I have had Rabbits who were vaccinated a month early with no adverse effects. Some Exotics Vets were already questioning if the vaccine actually remains effective for a full 12 months. One Exotics Vet believed that it was not as he was seeing a number of Rabbits with Myxomatosis last year who had been Vaccinated about 10 months prior to falling ill. Having said that, all the 'official' data for the vaccine still states that it gives 12 months protection. Your Vet should be able to give you the best advice about your specific situation.
MightyMax
Banned
You're Welcome!
As I mentioned, some vets believe it's best to get vaccinated early because of efficacy issues. However, MSD have tested and their position is that the vaccine is effective for 13 months. That's all the testing they did.
I think the supply issue may well make up your mind for you.
Thank you, will speak with the vet on Monday
The Duchess
Wise Old Thumper
^^ this - that's what I was trying to say
