Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | 1 year and 5 months old | 62 lbs
My dog got his rabies and bortella shot yesterday and also Heartworm and flea medicine (for the first time in a while) today he can barely stay awake, he won’t eat at all, when he does get up his head is twitching to one side, and he’s getting snappy with the other dogs. Could this be caused by the shots?
1 Answer
Published on September 23rd, 2018
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Morty. He may be painful at the injection site from his vaccine. I would contact his veterinarian in the morning if his symptoms persist. The vaccines can produce lethargy as well. In the meantime, keep him quiet and separate from the other dogs to allow him to rest. I hope this information helps!
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