160 Bear Christiana Rd
Bear, De 19701
302-322-6488
Dr. Jim Berg
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Vaccine Reactions
Vaccine Reactions, although rare, can sometimes occur. The
protection against disease that vaccines provide far outweighs the potential
risks associated with vaccination. You should consider scheduling your pet's
vaccinations for a time when you can spend several hours with your pet following
vaccination. By being able to observe your pet during this time period, you can
contact us should complications arise. Your pet may be slightly lethargic, have
a decreased appetite, scratch at the injection site, and/or run a slight fever
for the first 24-72 hours after receiving vaccines. Rarely, a more serious
reaction can occur (similar to humans with bee sting reactions).
Symptoms of
a more severe vaccine reaction may include: 1) severe and prolonged salivation,
vomiting, and/or diarrhea and/or 2) skin hives, facial swelling, etc. These more
serious vaccine reactions usually occur within a matter of minutes to a few
hours following vaccination. If any of these occur, your pet needs to be seen as
quickly as possible as these symptoms can progress to trouble breathing and
heart trouble. With veterinary attention, these side effects can be reversed.
Make sure to advise your veterinarian if your pet has experienced a vaccine
reaction in the past, as there are precautions that can be taken to minimize the
risk of future reactions.
A fairly common finding after receiving a vaccine
can be a small, marble-sized mass at the injection site. This is most commonly
seen in association with rabies vaccines, but can occur after any injection. As
long as there is no overt pain or discharge, this side effect is not considered
dangerous. This lump can sometimes persist for up to 3 months. If it is painful,
has a discharge, gets bigger than a large marble, or lasts greater than 3
months, please call to schedule an appointment to have the lump examined. Back to the Dog Page
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