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Health and Nutrition

We at 74 Ranch test our dogs for PRA/PRCD, DM, HC, CEA, NAD, Non HSF4, CDDY/IVVD and MDR1 as well as OFA Hips, Elbows and Patellas and eye CERF exams.  Health is very important to us!  We also 'run the numbers' on our crosses before doing them.  We watch our lines closely to avoid epilepsy to the best o our ability.  That said, they are animals and things can and will happen even with the best prevention.  We will continue to be educated and test for any
new problems that arise in the breed!
PM us if you'd like info on puppy's parents that you are interested in.

Emergency Care:
We use our local vets when needed but we try natural Young Living Essential Oils or Homeopathic remedies first. We also use Natural Products to prevent allergies or other issues in the future. We are against over vaccinating!!! Read more of the protocol we use on our Mini Aussie/Mini Americans Info page
Be sure to keep your dog's nails trimmed!
Dr Karen Becker - Mercola
Essential Oils for Animals -Reference

Homeopathic treatments for dogs
 

New Vaccination Protocol
(courtesy of Michel Selmer, DVM, Advanced Animal Care Center Huntington Station, NY 631-367-7387)

This is welcome news and should be taken with you to your vet should you need reinforcement against over-vaccination.

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 skeptics. 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. 
Or you can follow the Dogs Naturally Magazine's protocol  _
WE FEEL LESS IS MORE if you can!

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