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My 8 lb schauzer had her shots yesterday for ...


Sent to Pet Experts October 19, 2005 11:08 p.m.

My 8 lb schauzer had her shots yesterday for distemper/parvo,rabies,kennel cough. This evening she has diarrea,vomiting,and is shaking. Can't get hold of the vet,what is wrong?
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October 19, 2005 11:17 p.m. (9 minutes and 5 seconds later)
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This could be a sign of a reaction to the vaccinations as this can be common after vaccnations. I do suggest that you put the stomach in a state of rest by withholding food and water for 3-4 hours.If no vomiting has occured in that time then try giving a couple tablespoons of water every 15-20 minutes or so to see if this is tolerable. If so then I suggest a bland diet of cooked white rice and/or chicken which is alot easier on the stomach and slowly return to regular food over the next 1-2 days. I suggest you give your veterinarian a call tomorrow morning to make sure they make note of this reaction in your schnauzer's files and to see if they do want to re-examine her. I would make it a point to monitor your dog closely tonight and if the vomiting does not stop after the method I told you or continues to get worse and she becomes lethargic that you check into an emergency veterinarian in your area. But yes it is common to see a reaction like this after vaccinations. I hope this information will be of help to you. If you have any further questions please feel free to ask.

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