How to change the law about pet vaccinations (exemptions, agriculture)

[no kudzu]

I think many of us over vaccinate our pets because of the refusal by NC officials to accept titer tests. Where and how would I begin to get the law changed? And where can I find out which states do accept titer tests?

Vaccine Titer Test

[goldenlove]

The Department of Agriculture oversees the shelters and enforces the vaccination requirements.

http://epi.ncpublichealth.com/cd/lhd...docs/roles.pdf

[Jkgourmet]

I'm not sure I agree with you, but I'm not very educated on the topic. I am, however, aware that dogs with certain conditions (ie epilepsy) may not react well to vacinations.

Here's some links. The first one should be particularly helpful.

States with Medical Exemptions in Lieu of Rabies Vaccination - Rabies Challenge Fund

https://www.avma.org/News/JAVMANews/Pages/160701b.aspx

[no kudzu]

Medical exemptions are terrific but we need to take it even further. We are shooting up our pets with unnecessary drugs. I am not an anti vax person by any means. I believe in them all but research has shown that they last almost a lifetime and titers should be allowed.

[lepoisson]

Doesn't the state just require a rabies vaccine? That seems reasonable to me.

[no kudzu]

Originally Posted by lepoisson

Doesn't the state just require a rabies vaccine? That seems reasonable to me.

Of course. Did you read what I posted? It's the boosters and constant annual, or every 2 or 3 years which aren't necessary as long as the titer test shows antibodies.And they usually do for a lifetime. please read my entire post and link.

[lepoisson]

Originally Posted by no kudzu

Of course. Did you read what I posted? It's the boosters and constant annual, or every 2 or 3 years which aren't necessary as long as the titer test shows antibodies.And they usually do for a lifetime. please read my entire post and link.

I did read the link. I think most states require a rabies vaccine every few years because it's way easier than dealing with titer tests. Getting the vaccine done is a simple "check, it's done" whereas titer tests can produce different results.

The lifespan is already fairly short for cats and dogs, so I'm not sure that this would even make a difference.

[no kudzu]

Originally Posted by lepoisson

I did read the link. I think most states require a rabies vaccine every few years because it's way easier than dealing with titer tests. Getting the vaccine done is a simple "check, it's done" whereas titer tests can produce different results.

The lifespan is already fairly short for cats and dogs, so I'm not sure that this would even make a difference.

I've lost two cats due to cancer from injection sites. It's not that unusual. And I do not consider 15-25 years a short lifespan for a well cared for pet.

[BC1960]

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