corona virus vaccine

Our puppy went to the vet today to get his shots. They gave him the Corona Virus.

I've been looking online and I can't seem to find what the side effects are. He's sleeping a lot and isn't playful. He also didn't eat much of his dinner.

Should we be worried?


Hi
The symptoms you're describing are very typical of a mild reaction to vaccination. Excessive sleepiness, loss of appetite and a low grade fever are all fairly normal.

I think you'll find that this will only last for a day or so and then your puppy will be back to his normal happy self. If by any chance he still seems to be feeling unwell after 48 hours, or if you notice swelling, hives or he starts to vomit or have difficulty breathing, take him to a veterinarian immediately.

A severe allergic reaction is fairly rare and symptoms are swelling of the face/head, hives over the body, dizziness, difficulty breathing or disorientation. This kind of reaction usually happens within minutes of the vaccine being administered, and needs urgent veterinary attention.

I really don't think you need to worry about your pup right now, just keep an eye on him. You can find out more about vaccinations and possible side effects etc. on my Puppy Shots page. Best of luck!