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My puppy threw up after his shots. Is this a normal reaction?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 3 days old | 3.9 lbs

My 9 week old puppy got his kennel cough and parvo shot today around 3:30pm and he just threw up.. is this normal?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 8th, 2019

Hello. It is not unusual for a puppy to feel a little unwell after receiving vaccinations, but these reactions rarely require treatment. Most symptoms will pass in 12-24 hours. If Baxter is otherwise feeling OK, or sleeping quietly, then leave him be. But if the vomiting is intractable, or he develops any diarrhea, quits eating & becomes significantly lethargic please see your veterinarian as soon as possible. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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