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Was looking around the Wolfdog Coalition website and I'm a little confused as far as the rabies vaccine thing goes. So at first it was approved and then they retracted it because alot of non-wolfdog owners felt it would promote ownership or whatever b.s. it is? Still going to get Midnight vaccinated when she's old enough, but could someone shed the light on this for me...
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1.0.0 Bearded Dragon (Rex- "normal" orange fire)
1.1.0 Spotted Python (Hotdog and Shoelace)
0.1.0 Emperor Scorpion
0.0.1 Vietnamese Centipede (Miles)
0.1.0 Doggie-dog (Jubei)
0.1.0 Wolfdog (Midnight)

Not my area of expertise with wolf dogs- it may come down to state or local laws. I know even though vendors approve the use in certain species, the state or even city laws may not accept it. You are in "unpopular" territory with my areas laws so check out your own and see what they say.
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Chelle and the rest of the crew including, but not limited to Kita and Taiko (the shiba inu wrestle maniacs), Adi (reserved and dignified tabby cat), and all 28 reptiles

From what I understand it comes down to a few issues. One, wolves/wolfdogs were never tested in any amount to verify the rabies vacinations effect.
As mentioned, the laws in many states, counties, cities, towns, etc are against the keeping of wolfdogs, or producing them. Those who allow it can be very very strict and specific about having insurance coverage that allows to cover for accidents, in the amounts of 1 million dollars sometimes. Some states allow you to have wolfdogs with special permits issued by the game commission, these are obtained by applying before you get the animal, then waiting for them to come inspect the "proper containment" and husbandry that will be used, you are then subject to random checks by the commission at any time.
Its a shakey subject, both dogs and wolves are the same species as of the early 90s so truthfully the rabies shot should do thge same for both. Many vets must also have special federal or state permits to treat a wolfdog or a wolf, or they can lose their license.
In the best interests of the animals and yourself, check and understand your local laws long before attempting to get one, also do lots of research, most people who have been impressed by someones pet wolfdog and sought their own afterwards, were lied to by their friend, and were actually looking at a well behaved northern breed or northern breed mix. This is why so many wolfdogs are in rescues, either the law caught up to the owner, or the owner could not handle keeping the wolfdog.

From the information on their site the USADA approved the vaccine for wolves and wolfdogs since they had (i think) was over 600 vaccination records for rabies and little to no adverse reaction to the vaccine, so they approved it only to withdraw their approval a few months later.

Look on their site for it.
http://www.inetdesign.com/coalition/
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1.0.0 Bearded Dragon (Rex- "normal" orange fire)
1.1.0 Spotted Python (Hotdog and Shoelace)
0.1.0 Emperor Scorpion
0.0.1 Vietnamese Centipede (Miles)
0.1.0 Doggie-dog (Jubei)
0.1.0 Wolfdog (Midnight)

"At this time, there is no rabies vaccine approved for use in wolves and therefore wolfdogs, despite their genetic similarity. This means that officially, even a vaccinated wolfdog is considered a rabies risk in the event of a bite incident. It is possible that a wolfdog involved in a bite incident will be confiscated, killed and tested for rabies, even if fully up to date on rabies vaccination. Some groups are lobbying to have this changed"

This (above)was from an educational source about wolfdogs.

http://www.inetdesign.com/coalition/

This may change to accept wolfdogs, and wolves into the protection afforded dogs up to date on shots.

www.uga.edu/scwds/topic_index/1998/FerretRabiesPolicyChanged.pdf

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I know you are not looking for a rescue. But Ken at that site can be very helpful with what ever you need to know. He has raised a bunch of different wolf dogs and knows a lot about the laws in different areas.
Wolf Dog Rescue