How to get vet shots for my reactive dog? Can she be sedated?

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I have a pit bull that needs her shots. She isnt good around other dogs. How do I go about bringing her in for shots?? Can she receive some type of sedative before i bring her in?? What can she receive and how do i go about getting it?? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 65 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

A pit bull is a big enough dog to get as many vaccines at once that she needs. You will need to discuss what she needs with your vet. It depends on her lifestyle, where you live, etc. The core vaccinations that all dogs need are DA2PP (distemper, parvo, hepatitis) and rabies. Other vaccines again, are dependent on her lifestyle. If she is not good around other dogs I would just call the vet clinic you are planning to take her to and tell them the situation. I am sure they can arrange to take you guys directly into an exam room so you don't have to wait in the lobby with other dogs. You can also go in by yourself when you arrive and once the lobby is clear from other dogs you can go out and bring her in. Most vet clinics are very accommodating to this. I strongly suggest you use an independent vet clinic and not one located in a pet store like Banfield because they will never be free of other dogs. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

How to get vet shots for my reactive dog? Can she be sedated?

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