For cats and dogs, vaccines are the first line of defense against many diseases. Therefore, it’s important to keep your pet’s vaccinations up to date.
After a vaccination, it’s important to keep an eye on your four-legged friend to observe any post-vaccination reactions. In the rare event of a severe reaction, contact our team as soon as possible.
Normal post-vaccination reactions
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Fatigue: it’s normal for your pet to feel a little tired or lethargic after vaccination. This should resolve within 24 to 48 hours.
- Pain or tenderness at the injection site: it is common for the injection site to be tender for 24 to 48 hours.
- Slight swelling at the injection site: it is normal to see a small bump at the injection site. This should disappear after 24 hours.
What to look out for
- Severe pain or swelling at the injection site: if you notice severe swelling or if your pet seems to be experiencing intense pain at the injection site, please contact us.
- Fever: a slight increase in body temperature may occur in the days following vaccination. If your pet’s temperature exceeds 39.1°C, please contact us.
- Persistent lethargy: if your pet is extremely lethargic for more than two days after vaccination, please contact us.
- Persistent vomiting or diarrhea: mild episodes of vomiting or diarrhea may occur, but if they persist for more than a day, please contact us.
Rare but possible allergic reactions
- Anaphylactic reaction: this is a severe and potentially fatal allergic reaction that can occur within minutes or hours of vaccination. Signs include breathing difficulties, facial swelling, vomiting, diarrhea or severe lethargy. This is a medical emergency! Consult us immediately if you observe these symptoms.
What to do in case of a reaction?
If you observe any of the above reactions, please contact us at 450 322-6060. It is best to act quickly to ensure your pet’s safety and well-being.
Bear in mind that serious post-vaccination reactions are rare. The vast majority of pets have only minor reactions and recover quickly from vaccination.