there is a recommendationm now to give a 3rd vaccine to kittens at or after 16 weeks of age, because of persistent maternal antibodies - this is more important in breeding / rescue situations. However I haven't started doing this yet, because my kittens don't always stay here till 16 weeks of age. I do mention it in my information sheet for new owners.
more info on
The European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases
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Originally Posted by ErbslinTrouble
apparently in some of the exotic and hybrid breeds they are having some instances that the maternally derived antibodies are hindering the vaccine. For instance with the Savannahs, some are still becoming ill with the leuk and flu even after vaccination. Some are being given a 3 vaccine to see if this keeps it from happening but I think it's still in the works. I will let you know when i have more info. or you could keep it in mind and search the internet. I have also been reading about having a third course of the Parvo for dogs as well. Maybe there is a resistance going on with some of these hybrid breeds? Maybe a third course would be necessary. I would discuss it with your vets if you can. Some vaccine companies are suggesting that a 3rd vaccine is given to pups at 16wks and to bring forward older pups first booster to 10 - 12 months of age rather than 14.
I gather it's all to do with MDAs(maternally derived antibody) reducing the effects of the early vaccs and then they themselves naturally diminish (don't quote me on that!!!) would be maybe a suggestion to speak to your vets and see if they can discuss this with their vaccine company. or even contact Nobivac yourself in email or letter.
I've only heard about i happening with dogs and with hybrid breeds. not the natural breeds like you have.
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