Dog Vaccine 'Multikan-8' Recalled After Pet Deaths
A batch of the dog vaccine 'Multikan-8' was recalled after multiple pets died or fell seriously ill following vaccination, with reports of neurological symptoms and fatalities across several regions. The manufacturer, Vetbiokhim, cited possible sabotage by hostile third parties and initiated investigations.
Consensus
- The 'Multikan-8' vaccine series 20 was recalled by the manufacturer, Vetbiokhim.
- Sales and use of 'Multikan-8' series 20 and series 21 were suspended.
- Additional suspensions were applied to 'Multikan-6' series 11 and 12.
- Multiple dogs died or became severely ill after receiving the vaccine.
- Symptoms reported include neurological issues such as limb paralysis, excessive salivation, and gastrointestinal distress.
- The manufacturer reported that all relevant information was sent to Rosselkhoznadzor and that archival samples were preserved for independent testing.
- The case has been referred to the prosecutor's office for investigation.
- The company is conducting a repeat quality control and reviewing production conditions.
- The incident has been linked to multiple regions beyond Yaroslavl.
Points of divergence
- The company suspects organized destructive interference by hostile third parties in the vaccine production and distribution process. — riamo
- There are unverified claims on social media that the virus of Aueski disease may have entered the vaccine. — riamo
- Aueski disease is a pseudorabies or false rabies that affects the central nervous system and is fatal to dogs and cats, but not dangerous to humans. — riamo
- One dog, a French bulldog named Archie, was hospitalized in intensive care with risk of needing mechanical ventilation. — vesti
- The owner reported that two dogs, Archie and a corgi named Harley, developed symptoms after vaccination, including salivation and limb paralysis. — vesti
- The owner stated that the dogs had previously tolerated the same vaccine without issues, but this year they developed severe symptoms. — vesti
- Treatment for one dog has already cost around 60,000 rubles. — vesti
Coverage (3 sources)
- Unknown parties may have deliberately spoiled the dog vaccine «MultiCan-8» — РИАМО
- Dog owner on their condition after 'Multican-8': drool came, paw went numb — Вести
- Veterinarian named possible reason for dog poisoning after MULTICAN-8 — РИАМО