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Hi my Ruby Ann is now 17 weeks old and has had two different sets of her shots. At what age would I have the Rabies shot done? I though it would be at 1 year old for the first one, but my vet said to bring her back in for that in about 4 months when she gets her adult teeth in and then we would also discuss heatworm prevention at that time. Does this seem right to you?
Warm Regards,
Sheryl

>>Hi my Ruby Ann is now 17 weeks old and has had two different sets of her shots. At what age would I have the Rabies shot done? I though it would be at 1 year old for the first one, but my vet said to bring her back in for that in about 4 months when she gets her adult teeth in and then we would also discuss heatworm prevention at that time. Does this seem right to you?
>>Warm Regards,
>>Sheryl

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A year of age would in most localities be too old--the law requires that dogs be vaccinated against rabies younger than that, for the protection of humans.
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Kathy Diamond Davis, author, "Therapy Dogs: Training Your Dog to Reach Others," 2nd edition, and the free Canine Behavior Series at www.veterinaryforum.com

Hello, Just got concerned because of there size and was reading how some of the small dogs did not take well to some of the shots and wanted to be sure the vet was right and not rushing. Just a worried mom here. Thank you for the information and I then will make sure Ruby gets to the vet on time.
Warm Regards
Sheryl

You might look up what the law for rabies is in your locality. Often you can find the information on a city or county web page.

As to heart worm prevention, that varies depending on where you live.
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tabitha
Kahla and Kayo

Hi, Thank you. I just wanted to be sure I had a good vet and it seems he does know then.I just worry because they are so small.
Loved the pictures of your dogs! Cute cute.
Warm Regards
Sheryl

Sounds like your a good mom.

I lost my girl last fall, after almost 16 years. She weighed all of 4lbs and 7oz so I understand very well. They are precious and they are our responsibility.

Do you have any pictures of your little one?

This is my ol' girl...

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tabitha
Kahla and Kayo

Hi, Sorry to hear of your loss. I also lost my Sheltie 3 months ago she was 12 years old.You get very attached to them.As a small child my Grandmother and Great Grandmother both had Chihuahua's so when I felt ready for a new puppy I wanted the little Chihuahua. I got Ruby at 9 weeks old, she weighed in at that time 2 1/2 pounds. She is 17 weeks old now and is now 3 pounds. She is very spoiled and loved lots. I do have pictures and have tried to post them but for some reason they will not come up. I have them on my desk top in a folder.Will keep trying to post them.
Warm Regards,
Sheryl

Go to google and do a search under: heartworm map. It will tell you where there is heartworm in the country and one map tells you what months you may have heartworm in your state so the vet does not talk you into medication if your dog does not need it or only need it for a few months.

The vet may make you do a blood test which is probably not necessary to see if your dog has heartworm yet. The heartworm occurs when a mosquito with heartworm's larve is at 60 degrees for 30 days in a row, so if your temps go below that, your dog at this point could not have gotten heartworm and does not need a blood test. The heartworm map suggests giving meds one month before your dog can get heartworm in your state and for two months afterwards.

Heartworm meds can have many side effects and be fatal, so it's not something to be taken lightly. I live in a colder climate and my vet tried to talk me into a blood test and heartworm meds for my dog, then I saw on the internet that I don't even have that problem where I live!!!! Beware of vets that try to sell you their products, like Science Diet or Eukanuba food which are both bad.

Proheart6, I believe is taken off the market already for causing so many dog fatalities. Do a internet search for comparisons of different heartworm meds.

Bye, chilidog