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My puppy has a swollen spot after his first vaccine. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 1 month and 5 days old | 7.099 lbs

Today I took my puppy to a vet and made its first vaccine ,and now he got a swell in the place of vaccine injectioned, how to cure it !, is it normal or a problem ?

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 24th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is normal to have a bubble at the site of the injection. If Mack seems painful when you touch it I would apply an ice pack to the area for about 10 minutes 3-4 times today. It should go away in the next couple of days. If the lump is there tomorrow use a warm (not hot) compress. Good luck and kisses to Mack!

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