Lisa Mausbach is the owner of Mausbach Mobile Veterinary Care LLC, Full Potential Veterinary Services LLC, and the soon-to-be Visiting Veterinary Group - TM. She has over 19 years of experience as a general practice veterinarian in a variety of small animal clinics and hospitals. She obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Colorado State University and her Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and Project Leadership Management from Regis University.

 

Lisa joins us today to discuss canine vaccinations and the 'anti-vaccination culture.' She explains why some pet owners avoid getting their pets vaccinated and the potential risks and costs associated with this decision. She explains the difference between 'core vaccines' and 'non-core vaccines' and why some non-core vaccines are still important for your furry friend. We discuss the common reactions to vaccinations that some dogs have and the reality behind the 'vaccine horror stories' shared on social media. We also discuss the true risk factors involved in vaccinating your pet yourself and why it's important for pet owners and vets to conduct a lifestyle assessment to help you determine which vaccines your fur-baby should get.

 

 

"Vaccines do a lot more good than harm." - Lisa Mausbach, DVM

 

 

This week on Dogs in the News:

 

• The 'anti-vaccination culture' and why it's critical to vaccinate your dog - especially when they're young.
• Why some pet owners avoid canine vaccines and why it's not always as cost-effective as they think.
• The difference between 'core vaccines' and 'non-core vaccines.'
• Why some vaccines may not work as well as others.
• The importance of starting vaccines for parvo and distemper at the appropriate time and age.
• Dog breeds that are more prone to getting parvo.
• Technology currently available for identifying the most appropriate time to vaccinate puppies for parvo and distemper.
• What are titer vaccines and when it's okay to consider them for your
• The difference between qualitative and quantitative titers.
• Common canine vaccine reactions and the reality behind the 'horror stories' shared on social media.
• How vaccinating your dog can help save other dogs that are unable to get certain vaccinations due to other health conditions.
• The requirements and effectiveness of the 3-year rabies vaccine and how to identify if your state allows it.
• Potential risk factors of vaccinating your dog yourself.
• What is the leptospirosis virus in canines?
• Why canine influenza can be a serious illness.
• The importance of flea and tick treatments.
• Protecting your beloved pet from parasites.
• How vets can help increase awareness of canine wellness care.
• How using lifestyle assessments can help vets and pet owners determine which vaccines a dog would need.

 

 

Resources:

 

• com article: What You Need to Know about Your Pet's Vaccines
• UC Davis Veterinary Medicine: Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs and Cats
• Newsmax Health: Get Your Dog a Flu Shot Too
• How Stuff Works Animals: Too Many Shots? Inside the Dog Vaccination Controversy
• Veterinary Practice News: Assessing claims of vaccine-induced ITP, IMHA
• Pure Dog Talk: Using Canine Nomographs to Better Time Puppy Vaccinations
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Vaccine Safety: Multiple Vaccines and the Immune System
• PetMD: Vaccinating Your Own Dog: What You Should Know
• PetMD
• RabiesAware
• DogFlu
• American Animal Hospital Association: Lifestyle-Based Vaccine Calculator
• American Animal Hospital Association: Canine Vaccination Guidelines
• World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA): Vaccination Guidelines
• American Veterinary Medical Association: Canine Influenza: Pet Owner's Guide
• Veterinary Partner: Vaccine Information for Dogs, Cats, Puppies & Kittens

 

 

This Week's Product for Man's Best Friend:

 

• Natural Dog Company Paw Soother Balm for Dogs Protection

 

 

Connect with Lisa Mausbach, DVM:

 

• Mausbach Mobile Veterinary Care, LLC
• Full Potential Veterinary Services, LLC
• LinkedIn

 

 

 

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