kayla1 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I took one of my dogs for a vaccination today and the vet spent a couple of minutes explaining the possible side effects before giving the vaccination – said dogs may become itchy at the site, experience swelling around the face, to watch the dog over the next 24 hours etc. I’ve taken several dogs to this particular vet previously and she has never provided this info, in fact nor has any other vet I've been to unless I have specifically asked for it. I guess it will become more commonplace with the new vaccination protocol and greater public awareness of the risks – but I'm wondering if there is a new requirement for vets to disclose this information?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormie Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Not as far as I'm aware of. Perhaps she recently had a reaction, which may have been her first, so now being more aware of reactions, is being sure to mention them to people? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mags Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Well that is a good thing even if she hasn't done it before though it still sounds as though she didn't go through the full range of common side effects. I think people should be informed of the possible porblems too many vets are still pushing the view that vaccinations carry no ill effects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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