Vaccinations 3x for puppies?
 

I recently switched to a wholistic vet as I wasn't impressed with the last vet I went to. I took my puppy in one last time thinking he was going to get new shots. When I came home and discovered that he had been vaccinated for the 3rd time for distemper and parvovirus, it broke my heart. :sad: What exactly is the reasoning behind doing these innoculations 3x (besides $$$)?

For building up immunities.

The idea behind multiple vaccinations is to gradually build up resistance to these (very serious) diseases. One vaccination is not enough, and will not provide a secondary immune response. Yes it costs more money now, but just like most expenses for your furbaby, it's worth it.

[QUOTE=Puppyluv]The idea behind multiple vaccinations is to gradually build up resistance to these (very serious) diseases. One vaccination is not enough, and will not provide a secondary immune response. Yes it costs more money now, but just like most expenses for your furbaby, it's worth it.[/QUOTE]
I agree. The immune system is slower than we think. You have to scare it a few times before it gets the hint.