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Why is my puppy shivering, drooling, and biting me after hives?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 month and 7 days old | 5 lbs

Hi, my puppy had what i think is hives yesterday and i treated it with oatmeal. But this morning he is moaning ans shivering vigorously and he is also drooling and when i tried to touch him so he can be comfortable he bit me and started acting crazy. Please help. I can not afford to carry him to the vet but i want to help him. I love him so much.

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 17th, 2018

I am very sorry to hear about Best, but it sounds like he truly needs veterinary care as soon as possible. I would be concerned about an allergic reaction but also it is concerning that he has drooling and shivering with aggression. This makes us very concerned about the possibility of rabies or canine distemper. He should be seen right away by a vet to examine him and try to determine what is going on and if he can be treated.

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