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My dog gained weight after a rabies shot. Is that normal or a concern?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 20 lbs

Can a rabie shot cause weight gain?

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Answered By Amy Poole, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 18th, 2017

No, rabies vaccination does not cause weight gain. If Dixie is gaining weight, I would be concerned that she is either getting too many calories per day or has an underlying metabolic problem going on that needs to be checked out by your vet.

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