14/07/2026
UPDATED WITH INFO ON HOW TO BOOK.. 👇
🐾 A REALITY CHECK AT THE VET:
WHY THE SYSTEM NEEDS TO CHANGE
I recently had to make a Facebook post saying goodbye to Sissy, my mum’s beautiful 18-year-old Chihuahua.
It was a heartbreaking day, and I decided to go to Walkerville Vets to have it done.
Before I say anything else, I want to give a massive, heartfelt shout-out to Dr Claire. I really clicked with her—the way she handled everything and how easy she was to talk to made a terrible moment so much easier.
DR CLAIRE, YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! ❤️
But while I was sitting there in the waiting room with Sissy, trying to hold myself together before I became a blubbering mess, I thought I’d use the opportunity to ask about their titer testing costs so I could share the info with my dog grooming clients.
I went up to the counter and casually asked what they charged. The receptionist was lovely, but standing right next to her was a silly young woman who very quickly shot me down, saying,
"Oh, it’s very expensive!"
Before she could even finish her sentence, I let out a subtle giggle and just said, "No worries."
Right then, the receptionist piped up and said, "Oh, actually, we have a customer who bought a big bag of dog food and got a free titer test with it, so please ask the vet when you go in!"
I thanked her and went back to sit down.
Watching that happen and seeing how getting a bag of food came with a free test made that other silly young woman look like a total idiot. PRICELESS!! 😂
So I went back to my seat to leave it at that, because it was already a heavy day and I needed to put it aside. But as I was sitting there cuddling Sissy and waiting, I overheard them whispering: "She’s a groomer..."🙄
Lol! Do I intimidate you?
BECAUSE IT IS ABSOLUTE BU****IT THAT VETS AROUND HERE WANT TO CHARGE HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS FOR A TEST THAT CAN BE DONE FOR $99.
TO THAT YOUNG LADY:
YOU MIGHT WANT TO THINK TWICE ABOUT WHO YOU ARE TALKING TO AND HOW YOU TREAT PEOPLE, BECAUSE IT CAN VERY WELL TURN AROUND AND BITE YOU IN THE ASS! AND THE ONLY REASON I DIDN'T RESPOND TO YOU RIGHT THEN AND THERE WAS BECAUSE OF SISSY.
THIS EXPERIENCE BROUGHT ME STRAIGHT BACK TO THE BIGGER ISSUE:
THE MASSIVE OVER-VACCINATION EPIDEMIC AND THE ARTIFICIAL BARRIERS BUILT AROUND PET CARE.
The ultimate irony here?
SISSY LIVED TO THE RIPE OLD AGE OF 18, AND SHE WAS NEVER VACCINATED.
She was proof right in front of them that a dog can thrive, stay healthy, and live a beautiful, long life without a constant cocktail of needles.
IF YOU HAVE A DOG THAT STAYS HOME, THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO NEED FOR ONGOING VACCINATIONS, IF ANY AT ALL.
They aren't exposed to the high-traffic risks of boarding kennels or busy public parks, yet owners are still pressured into the exact same aggressive chemical schedule.
EVEN REPUTABLE DOG BREEDERS TITER TEST THEIR DOGS BECAUSE THEY UNDERSTAND THE CRITICAL IMPORTANCE OF MAINTAINING NATURAL IMMUNITY WITHOUT OVERLOADING THEIR BREEDING LINES WITH UNNECESSARY TOXINS.
If the experts who raise these animals trust titer tests, why are everyday pet owners still kept in the dark?
Growing up, things were completely different anyway.
We had family dogs that lived long, robust lives, and a trip to the vet for shots happened maybe a few times in their entire lives.
Fast forward to today, and our puppies are subjected to a massive barrage of chemicals, complex combinations, and non-core "lifestyle" boosters before they are even a few months old - often followed by a rigid demand for annual revaccination.
THE TRUTH IS OUT:
OUR DOGS ARE BEING OVER-VACCINATED, AND IT NEEDS TO STOP.
MAJOR VETERINARY ORGANIZATIONS AND TOP IMMUNOLOGISTS HAVE OPENLY STATED THAT CORE VACCINES - LIKE PARVO AND DISTEMPER - CAN PROVIDE IMMUNITY THAT LASTS FOR YEARS, SOMETIMES EVEN A LIFETIME.
Yet, the push for annual or frequent boosters remains a standard practice.
YOU CANNOT "BOOST" AN IMMUNE SYSTEM THAT IS ALREADY FULLY PROTECTED.
All you are doing is overloading their systems and increasing the risk of adverse reactions.
WORSE YET, A 2-KILO CHIHUAHUA LIKE SISSY RECEIVES THE EXACT SAME DOSE AS A 45-KILO GREAT DANE.
It defies common sense, and our smaller companions are paying the price with intense immune strain.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PROTECT YOUR DOG WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK?
1. DEMAND A TITER TEST:
Before blindly agreeing to a booster, ask for a titer test.
THIS SIMPLE BLOOD TEST MEASURES YOUR DOG’S ACTUAL ANTIBODY LEVELS. IF THEY ARE PROTECTED, THEY DO NOT NEED THE SHOT.
2. ACCESS THE MONTHLY $99 CLINIC:
Standard clinics charge an absolute fortune for this test, making it out of reach for many.
However, you can bypass the overpriced clinics.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BOOKING A SPOT WITH DR GREGORY WRIGHT FROM []
WHILE HE IS A FANTASTIC MOBILE VET, HE SPECIFICALLY TEAMS UP WITH [PET DELI](https://petdeli.au/)
TO RUN A DEDICATED PATHOLOGY SESSION ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH OFFERING TITER TESTS FOR JUST $99!
👉 HOW TO BOOK: SLOTS FOR HIS MONTHLY THURSDAY CLINIC ARE STRICTLY ESSENTIAL AND FILL UP FAST! TO SECURE A $99 SPOT WITH DR GREGORY, BRING YOUR PUP DOWN TO PET DELI AT 1/788 MARION RD, MARION SA 5043. YOU CAN SECURE YOUR SLOT BY EMAILING [email protected] OR CALLING 0402 084 353. DON'T FORGET TO SPECIFICALLY REQUEST DR GREGORY WRIGHT WHEN BOOKING!
3. AUDIT THEIR LIFESTYLE:
Do not accept a "one-size-fits-all" schedule.
Only opt for non-core vaccines if your dog's specific environment genuinely requires it.
4. BE THEIR ADVOCATE:
It is up to us to ask the hard questions. Prioritise routine wellness checks for heartworms, dental health, and physical exams rather than treating every visit as a mandatory needle day.
LET’S GET BACK TO COMMON-SENSE CARE. EDUCATE YOURSELF, PROTECT YOUR PET, AND STOP THE UNNECESSARY OVERLOAD. 🐕❤️
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