Shawn Messonnier, DVM--

I’m not saying that dog flu, like people flu, swine flu, bird flu, etc., etc., isn’t a real disease, or that some pets MIGHT benefit from vaccination. It’s just that every time a new vaccine comes out, there’s a rush to create fear in the public, which then drives patients into the doctor’s office to get the new, “must-have” vaccine.

Folks, there’s no reason to panic. IF your dog has a high chance of being exposed to the dog flu, then the vaccine may be one tool to help reduce (not totally prevent) your dog from contracting the disease (as in people, getting a flu shot may reduce but may not prevent someone from contracting the flu.) Better yet, why don’t we just reduce or eliminate your dog’s chance of exposure and use some supplements to boost his immune system? Supplements vary based upon each pet, but in general I would recommend Immunosupport (by RX Vitamins for Pets) and Engystol (by Heel.)
Seems like a smarter approach to me!