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My dog is hyper and aggressive after vaccination. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 4 months old | 25 lbs

We vacined Drako today, but hes acting a little bit frisky and agresive.Is that normal?

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Answered By Mirissa Duncil, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 27th, 2017

Hi there and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Lethargy is a common side effect from vaccinations-however on the other spectrum, a few patients do experience a bit of hyperexcitability as you have described. Our pets are just like us, each one is different. I would suggest monitoring his behavior over the next 24 hours-if these are the only side effects you notice it is likely he is fine. Is should subside within the next couple of days.

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