Vaccine Hesitancy Is Now Reaching Our Pets, and It’s Putting People at Risk
A growing body of research shows that the anti-vaccine movement isn’t just affecting humans anymore. Dog and cat owners are increasingly delaying or avoiding core vaccines, and veterinarians worry this trend could have serious consequences for both animal and human health.
When Vaccine Hesitancy Walks Into the Exam Room
In the wake of The New York Times’ recent article, “Vaccine Skepticism Comes for Pet Owners, Too” (Oct. 27, 2025), veterinarians across the country are finding themselves in new — and sometimes uncomfortable — territory.