6 complications in puppies after vaccination: lethargic, eating poorly, whining, diarrhea, nausea

Why does a puppy need walks?

During the walk, interpersonal connections between the dog and the owner are established. With proper organization of periods of activity and rest, the puppy receives the necessary physical activity, and its nervous system is formed.

Puppies

Important! Exercise should be a joy for the puppy. There is no point in forcing him to do something by force.

To prevent the dog from getting tired of walks, they need to be done more often, but shorter in time. After basic vaccinations, the frequency of walks should be at least 5 times a day.

Getting to know the outside world begins even before vaccination. True, it passes in the hands of the owner. Even this form brings positive results. Many owners neglect going out with their small pets. The main excuse is that there are a lot of infected animals on the street, although a lot of things get into your home with street shoes. In any case, the baby will come into contact with the brought infection. It might even get infected.

The difference between greenhouse dogs and actively walking dogs is that the latter gradually acquire immunity against any infection precisely on walks. Pets are deprived of this, so even a small dose of pest viruses can be dangerous for them. They get sick longer and more severely.

Walking a labrador puppy

The second point is that the pet dog does not learn social coexistence skills. Experience communicating with representatives of your class is acquired from 4 to 8 months. It is much easier for a puppy to learn to live in the city, not to be afraid of people, cars, noise, or other animals in an environment. The psyche of children is quite plastic.

A slightly older dog explores the world on walks. To prevent this process from getting out of control, the owner must plan walks wisely. If at first walking was carried out in quiet places, then gradually the pet should be introduced to busy areas.

Need to know ! It is important for your puppy to change routes regularly. The more knowledge he receives, the more adequately he will behave as an adult.

In order not to become an attachment to the leash, the pet must be given loads throughout the entire walk. Elements of training should be gradually introduced.

Walking is of no small importance in fulfilling the natural needs of the animal. This is especially important for large breeds. If dwarf representatives (Yorkie, Spitz, Chihuahua) can be allowed to walk in a diaper, large ones (Dachshund, Husky, German and East European shepherds, Labrador, etc.) should not be allowed to do this even at a tender age.

The dog needs to empty its intestines and bladder 3-4 times a day. They can tolerate it, but then problems arise with the genitourinary system. Long-term restraint leads to chronic diseases, for example, urolithiasis.

Swimming is very useful for the general development and strengthening of the dog’s physical condition. You can start doing this from the age of three months.

What else do you need to know about vaccinations?

Today there are a large number of vaccines on the market that are used to protect pets from diseases. Many believe that imported products, due to their higher cost, have better properties, and the quarantine period after vaccination can be shortened with them. However, this rule remains unchanged; foreign manufacturers also recommend refraining from walking outside for 10–14 days.

The main difference between vaccines is their acceptance in different countries. If you are planning to travel to other countries, it is better to use imported vaccines. You can read more about vaccines here.

There are different types of vaccines. Today there are attenuated and inactivated vaccines. The difference between them is that after the first type of drugs is administered, a small number of viral organisms appear in the dog’s blood, which are able to actively reproduce. But due to their small initial quantity, the animal, although it gets sick, suffers a mild form of the disease, and immunity remains for a long time.

Vaccines of the second type contain a large number of viral microorganisms, but their ability to reproduce is suppressed, which allows the dog’s body to produce antibodies and form immunity to the disease. And although the principles of action of the drugs are different, the recommended quarantine period remains unchanged.

At what age can you start walking puppies?

When can you take your puppy outside for walks after the first vaccination?

From birth to 1.5-2 months, puppies are protected by the mother's immunity. As long as they are with her, they are not in danger even when communicating with other animals. But immediately after weaning, the puppy becomes vulnerable. Without immunization, you should absolutely not go for walks with him.

Puppy vaccination

A two-month-old puppy receives the first mandatory vaccination (the second, if we count the optional one for parvovirus enteritis). Two weeks after it, if the pet feels well, you can start walking.

Important to remember ! After this vaccination, the pet does not yet have immunity against rabies. When planning your walking route, you need to take this fact into account. It is unlikely that it would be correct to walk him in places frequented by wild animals (fox, raccoon).

At first, you need to pay more attention to your pet’s well-being. If signs of discomfort are observed after a walk, walks should be suspended until the reasons are fully clarified.

There are general rules that need to be followed during the first time after vaccination:

• The optimal temperature for walking in winter is up to -10°C, in summer up to +30°C.
• Windless, calm place.
• In the first 7-10 days you should not be exposed to rain.
• During the first month, loads should be normalized. It’s better to walk more often, but not for long. Each time 20-25 minutes is enough.

Important ! You should not take the puppy out for a walk immediately after feeding.

It is very important to motivate your dog. While walking, he can be frightened by very simple objects and phenomena. It is important to show the pet that the owner is nearby and the danger is insignificant. Affectionate stroking and tasty treats will distract and calm him down. To keep the puppy from freezing, he should be constantly encouraged to move, but in a way that makes him happy.

Dog lovers need to understand that each of the components of a complex vaccine has its own time period for the onset of protection. Full protection occurs after the first mandatory vaccination within a week, with the exception of leptospirosis and rabies. Therefore, the doctor indicates the period after which immunity is developed against all the diseases listed in the complex.

As for walks until the end of quarantine (and generally after weaning), they can be continued if you are sure that:

• fenced area;
• has never been visited by other animals (or has undergone preventive treatment);
• well protected from the wind;
• illuminated by the sun.

Therefore, the decision on how long the dog cannot be walked after vaccination is made by the dog’s owner himself.

What is rabies in dogs

Rabies is an acute disease caused by the Rabies virus and characterized by severe damage to the nervous system. Previously, dogs were the main spreaders of rabies. However, widespread vaccination and orderly maintenance through the opening of shelters for homeless animals have reduced their role in the spread of the disease. Currently, its main source is considered to be wild foxes, wolves, wild boars, and stray cats.

The virus is released from the body of an infected animal mainly through saliva. Therefore, most often infection occurs during a bite, less often - through slobbering on the skin or mucous membranes that have mechanical damage.

Important! Isolation of the rabies pathogen begins 5-10 days before the appearance of the first clinical signs. Therefore, if an animal or person is bitten by a pet, it is isolated and its behavior is observed for 10 days. If the attack is carried out by a wild animal, it is killed and the brain is sent to the laboratory for research.

Owners of hunting dogs, as well as residents of areas adjacent to a forest zone unfavorable for rabies, vaccinate their pets (including cats, small and cattle) without fail due to the high level of possibility of infection. But one should not think that city residents are insured against this mortal danger, since the risk of being attacked by infected stray animals exists even in the center of a metropolis.

Important! Do not forget that the source of infection can be rats and bats living near human habitation.

Having penetrated the dog’s body, the virus penetrates the nerve fibers into the brain and spinal cord. As it multiplies, it provokes irreversible changes in tissues, multiple hemorrhages and swelling.

At what age are puppies vaccinated?

Is it possible to wash a dog after vaccination: after how long is it allowed?

From birth to one and a half months, puppies grow up breastfed. They receive all the necessary protective equipment from the vaccinated mother. After weaning, puppies require external protection. To do this, it is recommended to start vaccinating them from 6 weeks. The first vaccination is done in the nursery. It is not mandatory, but desirable. This is protection against parvovirus enteritis. For this purpose, one of the drugs is used: “Eurikan”, “Primo”, “Nobivak Pappy”, “Multican”.

First vaccination

Mandatory vaccinations begin no later than 8 weeks. The second (mandatory) vaccination is complex. It protects against:

• parvovirus enteritis;
• plague;
• infectious laryngotracheitis;
• infectious hepatitis;
• parainfluenza;
• leptospirosis.

If the nursery dispenses with the optional one, this complex one is considered the first.

At 3 months the third vaccination is indicated. The puppy needs it. It includes the entire composition of the second complex, but adds an anti-rabies component. By the way, annual revaccination against rabies is required.

If necessary (if the dog often suffers from infectious diseases), it is recommended to repeat the complex vaccination at 4 months, as with the third vaccination. This is the fourth immunization. It is optional and is carried out only according to medical indications.

Is quarantine mandatory?

If your dog is not vaccinated or quarantined before and after vaccinations, it can become infected with one of the following diseases:

• plague;
• parainfluenza;
• enteritis;
• rabies;
• leptospirosis;
• infectious hepatitis.

Whether to get the first two and subsequent vaccinations or not is up to you, but in Russia it is mandatory to vaccinate animals against rabies! If you do not comply with the recommended quarantine and walk before vaccinations or immediately after them, then there is a high probability that the animal will get sick. Of course, today veterinary medicine has stepped very far forward, but even if the dog does not die, during the illness he will be severely exhausted, and irreparable harm will be caused to the body.

Is it possible to walk a puppy after the first vaccination?

Vaccinations for kittens: what and when to do, at what age

Ideally, the first vaccination is given at two months of age. It is preceded by deworming two weeks before. To be sure, deworming tablets are given twice a week apart.

Walks

Despite their simplicity, vaccinations cause enormous stress to the young body. He has to become infected with all the introduced strains and overcome them. Over time, the dog acquires stable immunity to those strains that were introduced from the outside. This entire process, which is accompanied by complications, takes time. The puppy will need at least two to three weeks to recover.

During quarantine, you can continue walking. But you should not let the puppy fall to the ground. It is necessary to protect him from any communication with other animals. Only after making sure that your pet has fully recovered can you proceed to regular walks.

Is it possible to walk a puppy after the second vaccination?

Regarding the question of when you can walk your puppy after the second vaccination, the conditions for the second vaccination do not differ from the first. Quarantine also lasts 2-3 weeks (3 weeks for rabies).

After a successful first vaccination, the young animal tolerates the second vaccinations more easily. In this sense, the post-vaccination period is easier. But this does not mean that there are no complications. The vaccination is an injection, so bumps will appear at the injection site. They need to be monitored. And the temperature will certainly rise.

Need to know ! Sometimes vaccination leads to allergic reactions. The procedure performed by a specialist guarantees the elimination of consequences. Therefore, you should not vaccinate yourself.

After the procedure (after 2 weeks), the specialist will definitely issue a certificate stating when and against what the vaccination was given. He will also tell you how many days after the second vaccination the puppy can go for walks. He will also clarify how much time you are allowed to walk in the first days.

Possible side effects

Almost all puppies tolerate vaccinations well.

During the first 2–3 days, a decrease in appetite and increased drowsiness are sometimes possible.

In extremely rare cases, due to individual intolerance to the components of the vaccine, an allergic reaction may develop, manifested by itching, vomiting, diarrhea, swelling of the face, and difficulty breathing. These conditions require immediate medical attention.

Is contact with other puppies allowed?

During quarantine, communication with other puppies is not recommended. It's another matter if they are from the same litter and vaccinated at the same time.

Puppies

For the first and second vaccinations of a puppy, the quarantine period is at least 2 weeks. When immunized against rabies, this period is extended to 3 weeks.

The following rules must be followed:

• walk exclusively with a puppy in your arms;
• avoid walking areas of other dogs;
• no bathing;
• Avoid contact with street shoes and door mats.

When to walk your adult dog after vaccination?

Immunization for stronger adult animals is repeated annually, and the injection is given with complex preparations, including pathogens of several infections. It is permissible to add a separate injection to the indicated injection, which forms resistance to rabies. In females, the immunization schedule depends on estrus, mating, and begins a month before the indicated processes.

Walking adult dogs is not prohibited, but by the end of the 11th – 12th month, immunity decreases, so you should walk before and after vaccination for 14 days separately from other dogs, without intense physical activity. It is better to extend the quarantine period to 21 days to avoid contracting rabies. In cold weather, the dog does not need to be washed; just rinse its paws with warm water and treat the coat with dry shampoo.

After quarantine, the dog is gradually returned to active activities, allowed to swim in reservoirs, and restrictions on interactions with any animals are removed.

Possible complications

Like any living beings, dogs tolerate vaccinations differently. The severity of the disease depends on the initial health of the pet, individual characteristics, and conditions of detention. In any case, this is an infection of the puppy with strains of pathogens of the most dangerous diseases.

After vaccination, you may encounter the following changes and manifestations:

• A bump on the withers. After the injection it always appears. The danger is its increase in size and change in color. It is best to share your doubts with a specialist.
• The puppy became lethargic. Within normal limits, the temperature rises to 39 degrees for a maximum of 3 days. Any deviation towards worsening the condition requires medical intervention.

Complications after vaccination

• Diarrhea. This is the most common occurrence. In this way, the body is freed from toxins. You need to monitor the temperature. With diarrhea it increases slightly. Diarrhea leads to severe dehydration. You need to monitor your water consumption. If the puppy does not drink and diarrhea, you need expert advice.
• The baby whines. This is the reaction of a living organism to pain, itching and other unpleasant sensations after an injection. If the temperature does not exceed the permissible level, your pet should be cared for as usual.
• The dog is limping. Lameness is a reaction to pain. You need to monitor your pet's temperature and general well-being.
• The dog has no appetite. She loses her appetite due to toxins. Usually the situation improves within 24 hours.

Need to know ! Refusal to eat for more than a day is dangerous for the animal. Need expert advice.

Vaccination is a difficult ordeal for a small puppy. The weaker the immune system, the more difficult recovery is. But vaccinations are aimed at maintaining the health of the pet. If you follow all the recommendations of a specialist, mandatory vaccinations will guarantee a long, happy life for your dog.

Stages of development of rabies

A disease called rabies, which occurs after the bite of a sick animal, requires immediate medical attention. If everything is left to chance, the virus will disrupt the functioning of the human central nervous system, causing encephalitis. The result is the occurrence of severe disturbances in the functioning of the body, death. Rabies develops through several stages:

• bite and infection. This is a latent period of illness that lasts from one to several months. The speed of spread of the virus depends on the affected area on the body; the closer it is to the head, the faster the course of the disease. The period of three months is average for people whose legs or arms are injured;
• the second stage is characterized by dry mouth, headaches, and weakness. A lot of time has passed since the bite, but pain symptoms may appear in the damaged area. It is important to follow the rule here - you cannot wipe it with alcohol. Such an operation will lead to an even faster spread of the disease. At this stage, a person may experience fear, loss of appetite, and depression. After a few days, auditory and visual hallucinations occur;
• the next stage is excitement and hydrophobia. The injured person refuses water. He is afraid of liquids and does not drink them. The patient suffers from spasms and sore throat. Foaming at the mouth and an aggressive state are signs of the end of the third stage;
• the final stage is paralysis. The infected person stops being aggressive, calms down and seems to be on the road to recovery. This is wrong! This condition progresses to a sharp increase in body temperature up to 42 degrees, and paralysis occurs. The result is death.

In order not to encounter such stages that are terrible for a person, it is necessary to immediately seek qualified help from a hospital after an animal bite. As long as the disease has not entered the active phase, to recover from it. Here it is important to remember that rabies vaccination and alcohol are incompatible things. Do not use alcoholic drinks to further aggravate the situation.