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Is it safe to bathe my dog before or after her vaccinations?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | spayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 20.3 lbs

My dog is due to have her vaccination shot today (for rabies and all the other diseases) can I bath her after that or i better to do the bath before?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 30th, 2017

I would recommend bathing her before the vaccines, because dogs often become sore for 24-48 hrs after their vaccines. Best of luck at the vet and take care of Lola Blue. I hope everything goes well.

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