Verified Immunity. Informed Choice.
Advocating for Rabies Titer Testing as a verified alternative to over-vaccination for medically fragile and protected animals.The Science of Verified Immunity
Moving from “Calendar-Based” Guesswork to “Evidence-Based” Protection.
1. The 0.5 IU/mL Threshold: The Global Benchmark
A Rabies Virus Antibody Titer (RVNA) isn’t just a “pass/fail” test; it is a precise measurement of your pet’s ability to neutralize the virus.
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The WHO Standard: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the CDC recognize 0.5 IU/mL as the definitive “adequate response” to vaccination.
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International Travel: This is the exact same standard required by “Rabies-Free” countries (like Hawaii, Japan, and New Zealand) for entry. If this level of immunity is trusted to protect entire island nations, it is more than sufficient for a pet living in Summit County.
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The Reality: Many pets maintain levels far above 0.5 IU/mL for many years beyond their last booster. Re-vaccinating an animal that is already at or above this level provides zero additional protection.
1. The 0.5 IU/mL Threshold: The Global Benchmark
A Rabies Virus Antibody Titer (RVNA) isn’t just a “pass/fail” test; it is a precise measurement of your pet’s ability to neutralize the virus.
-
The WHO Standard: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the CDC recognize 0.5 IU/mL as the definitive “adequate response” to vaccination.
-
International Travel: This is the exact same standard required by “Rabies-Free” countries (like Hawaii, Japan, and New Zealand) for entry. If this level of immunity is trusted to protect entire island nations, it is more than sufficient for a pet living in Summit County.
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The Reality: Many pets maintain levels far above 0.5 IU/mL for many years beyond their last booster. Re-vaccinating an animal that is already at or above this level provides zero additional protection.
1. The 0.5 IU/mL Threshold: The Global Benchmark
A Rabies Virus Antibody Titer (RVNA) isn’t just a “pass/fail” test; it is a precise measurement of your pet’s ability to neutralize the virus.
-
The WHO Standard: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the CDC recognize 0.5 IU/mL as the definitive “adequate response” to vaccination.
-
International Travel: This is the exact same standard required by “Rabies-Free” countries (like Hawaii, Japan, and New Zealand) for entry. If this level of immunity is trusted to protect entire island nations, it is more than sufficient for a pet living in Summit County.
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The Reality: Many pets maintain levels far above 0.5 IU/mL for many years beyond their last booster. Re-vaccinating an animal that is already at or above this level provides zero additional protection.
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Utah Localities Can Choose Titer Recognition
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The Gold Standard
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