Advocating for Rabies Titer Testing as a Vaccine Alternative in Summit County
Join us in advocating for rabies titer testing as a safer alternative to traditional vaccinations. Learn how you can support our initiative to change outdated pet laws in Summit County, Utah, and help protect our pets' health while promoting responsible pet ownership.
Thomas Sandberg
3/29/20251 min read
Why Summit County Needs a Rabies Titer Testing Option
We need your help!
The Problem:
Utah law requires dogs to receive rabies vaccines every 3 years, but over-vaccination can harm pets. Studies show rabies immunity often lasts 7+ years, and repeated vaccines may trigger autoimmune diseases, allergies, or cancer in sensitive animals. A titer test (measuring rabies antibodies) proves immunity without unnecessary shots—yet Summit County doesn’t accept it.
The Solution:
We’re petitioning Summit County to amend its animal control ordinance to allow titer testing as an alternative to revaccination for dogs with proven immunity (≥0.5 IU/mL via RFFIT/FAVN testing). This aligns with WHO standards and gives pet owners a science-backed choice.
How You Can Help:
We need 5 registered Summit County voters to sponsor this initiative. As a sponsor, you’ll:
Endorse the proposal (name/signature on filing documents).
Help gather signatures (4,554 needed to get on the ballot).
Advocate for safer pet policies by sharing facts with neighbors.
Key Benefits of Titer Testing:
Reduces vaccine risks (allergies, tumors, chronic illness).
Cost-effective long-term (~$100–$300 every 3 years vs. vet visits + vaccines).
Proven science (0.5 IU/mL = immunity per WHO).
Join Us:
Contact Thomas Sandberg to become a sponsor or learn more. Together, we can modernize Summit County’s rabies policy—protecting pets and public health.
P.S. Already vaccinating your dog? This won’t stop you. It simply adds a choice for informed pet owners.
Citations:
Summit County’s current rabies ordinance.
WHO titer immunity standard.
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