I went to take my dog for a kennel stay for a week. Like the previous time, they insisted that I pay for a Flu shot for my dog, which, by their own veterinarian's admission, is not proven to work. W... Read More
I went to take my dog for a kennel stay for a week. Like the previous time, they insisted that I pay for a Flu shot for my dog, which, by their own veterinarian's admission, is not proven to work. What's more, she said, is that you have to get two shots, within three weeks or so, before it would even be effective. My dog would only be here 6 days. However, I would still have to pay for it as it is required. That makes no sense the dog will still be fully vulnerable for the stay. I understand the requirement to have a check up by their doctor in order to board your dog. But forcing a vaccine that will not be effective for your pets stay is just a revenue producer. When I talked to the doctor about this policy he asked, "Do you think I'm going to pay for it?" Instead of answering my question about the efficacy and usefulness of it, he clearly was only responding to a monetary motive. I caution anyone subjecting their pet to this likely unnecessary shot to do your research before going in. Once they have you there, adding another $30 is easier to justify paying, but likely just a way to raise fees to the owners. There is an article in the NY times on December 12, 2015 addressing the shot knows and unknowns. But one thing for sure, the requirement to have one shot is not going to protect your dog. There reason for insisting on it if they will let your dog stay with the ONE shot, is about money.. Read Less