Hi!  Christmas is coming up and will be here before you know it!  I wonder what everyone will get me . . . . I do so love chewy treats, but I also love squishy toys that I can squeak and squeak and squeak until my mommy takes it away from me!  I know when the holidays come around it is getting to be time to do my yearly vaccines.  I’m not scared of them like my big brother, but it is important that everyone knows what to expect after your pet’s vaccinations.  It is common for pets to experience some or all of these side effects after receiving a vaccine:
Skipper

  • Discomfort
  • Mild Fever
  • Decreased Appetite and Activity
  • Persistent Vomiting or Diarrhea
  • Itchy Skin That May Seem “Bumpy”
  • Swelling of the Muzzle and Around the Face, Neck or Eyes
  • Sever Coughing or Difficulty Breathing
  • Collapse

It is important to let your vet know if your furry baby experiences any of these side effects, ESPECIALLY if they last for more than a day or two.  A small, firm swelling under the skin may develop at the site of the vaccine but should start to disappear within a couple weeks.  ALWAYS inform your vet if your furry baby has had a reaction before!  My friend, Skipper, had a reaction after years of getting the same vaccines.  Now, before he goes to get his yearly vaccinations, his mom and dad are sure to give him a Benadryl and he stays for an hour after he gets his shots, just to make sure he is good to go home reaction-free.  Call today with any questions: 733-4649.

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