katevin Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 (edited) As the subject says, we had Archie (our 12 week old Boston Terrier) vaccinated today, and since about an hour or 2 after his shots he has not been himself. He's been acting very lethargic and fragile, and has growled/yelped whenever we've tried to pick him up or carry him. He's eating fine and had a very quiet, sleepy afternoon... Just wondering if all this is normal. Anyone else had the same experience, and how long did this behaviour go on for? We just want our happy, friendly boy back! Thanks in advance for your responses :) ETA pictures :D http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb219/katevin/image-3_zps4ace6cfe.jpg http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb219/katevin/image-3_zpse306a7c5.jpg http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb219/katevin/image-3_zps1b04c6a9.jpg Edited December 17, 2012 by katevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 Keep an eye on him, and unless he can't keep down water, see how he is in the morning. Some pups can gt a bit dopey after their vaccs, but are usually fine by the next day. If he starts throwing up water or soft food, get him to a vet - if he's still lethargic tomorrow morning, take him to the vet. T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 He's such a gorgeous little thing :D I'm not much help as I haven't noticed any of mine having that reaction, but hopefully it's just a normal mild reaction and he'll be better tomorrow. Hope someone who knows more posts something more helpful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyosha Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 This site is written by a very well regarded vet, and is very helpful for things like this: http://www.pet-informed-veterinary-advice-online.com/vaccine-side-effects.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel_ Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 I remember my pup was pretty lethargic and sore after his 12 week vaccination too. He yelped when I tried to pick him for a cuddle. My vet warned me of those symptoms though :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 How is Archie feeling this morning? T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katevin Posted December 17, 2012 Author Share Posted December 17, 2012 Thanks for asking :) He's a little better today I think. My husband was able to gently carry him outside without him growling, yelping or anything which is good. He's still acting quite 'sooky' though, he's currently sitting in his crate even though we've got the door wide open (not like him- normally he'd be out playing or snuggling on any available lap!) He just seems sad, so perhaps he's just feeling a little under the weather still. Will have another quiet day at home and hopefully see some more improvement soon. Alyosha thanks for the link! According to that site, his behaviour is quite normal for some dogs after vaccinations, which is reassuring to read! Thanks all for your responses :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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