General Guidelines For Vaccine Administration

29.5.1 General Guidelines For Vaccine Administration  For many vaccines, the cold chain must be carefully maintained or the vaccine will be ineffective. See page 91.

 The withdrawal period is usually 21 days, but some require 60 days. Check the label.

 DO NOT chemically disinfect syringes and needles used to administer vaccines. Chemical residue could render the vaccine ineffective.

 Vaccinate pregnant animals 2-4 weeks prior to expected birthing.

 Vaccinate only healthy animals.

 READ THE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY PRIOR TO USE.