Vaccine Reaction Resources
Below are some sources of information on vaccine reactions in dogs. We give our puppies a dose of Children’s Benadryl prior to vaccinations.
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Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Mar 13, 2019
The Lepto Vaccine
Unless your puppy is considered high risk for leptospirosis, we recommend against vaccinating for lepto.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Mar 12, 2019
A Look at Titer Testing
"All animals can have serum antibody titers measured instead of receiving vaccine boosters..." Learn about titers and 3 ways to get them.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Mar 11, 2019
Considering "Non-Core" Vaccines
Many vaccines available for pets are not considered necessary for every animal. Read about these non-core vaccines.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Mar 10, 2019
Vaccination Schedules
There are two main camps when it comes to dog vaccines: the traditional vaccine schedule and Dr. Dodd’s minimal vaccine protocol.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Feb 15, 2019
What's a Schnickelfritz?
schnickelfritz
[shnik-uhl-frits]
noun
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Jan 7, 2019
Pet Fooled Documentary
This documentary helped to re-affirm our decision to feed raw. We hope it will provide a good source of information for you, too.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Jan 6, 2019
Raw Feeding Basics
We often get asked about the raw diet that we feed our dogs and puppies. Here is some basic information to get your feet wet.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Jan 6, 2019
Sources for Raw Food
There are many good sources for raw pet food, with different price levels and relative convenience. Let’s explore...
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Jan 6, 2019
Raw Feeding Groups & Resources
Here are some specific Facebook groups and websites that we’ve found particularly helpful.
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Dec 6, 2018
Advocating for Our Dogs
Below is a post that I read on the Puppy Culture Discussion Group that I’m a part of. It was then re-posted on the Puppy Culture Facebook...
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Nov 16, 2018
Our Thoughts on Pet Insurance
After looking at several pet insurance companies, we chose Trupanion for our dogs because… …they cover IVDD (disk disease, which is...
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Nov 13, 2018
AVSAB Puppy Socialization Position Statement
We’re proud that our socialization process, and the advice that we share with new puppy parents, is consistent with the information put...
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Nov 13, 2018
IVDD Basic Info & Resources
Our Bernie is recovering from IVDD, and gets around nicely in his fashionable wheelchair. Websites & Groups Dedicated to I.V.D.D....
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Dec 23, 2017
How We Microchip Our Puppies
We now microchip all of our puppies. We remain a permanent back-up contact in case the dog is lost & the family can't be reached. You can...
Schnickelfritz Hounds
- Dec 17, 2017
Puppy Training Books We Recommend
Download both of these books for free to read as a PDF!