My Dog got her Rabies shot 1 week and 1 day ago and she still has a big knot there is that normal or not?

Answer 1

Some times shots can leave a knot for a view weeks depending on if they hit a muscle instead of just under the skin.... but if it feels warm like fever, take it to the vet

Answer 2

Yes. Rabies shots go directly into the muscle and can cause a knot there. Similar to getting humans getting a tetnus shot. (OUCH) I had to have mine updated recently and it was hard and sore for over a week! (tetnus, not rabies!:P)

Answer 3

You should probably call the vet but my dog had this and the vet said if you just work the knot gently it should go down and it did.

Answer 4

it is normal for swelling to occur after an injection, however if this continues for another week and your dog shows any signs of stress, sickness or discomfort I would call the vet back or if the swelling doesnt go down within a week

Answer 5

You should take her to a vet to be check out. Some dogs get an allergic reaction to these kind of shots. Check with your vet!

Answer 6

My dog had a small knot after hers, but still call your vet and explain indetail to them. Its always better safe than sorry. Hope youir doggie is ok

Answer 7

Yes it's quite common. It will go away in time. No need to worry about it. If it opens up and drains then of course bring her in but that shouldn't happen at all.

Answer 8

I would call my vet and ask. I've never had that happen with any of the many pets I've had over the years. You should make that call!

Answer 9

Call the vet; it might be an allergic reaction.

Answer 10

Nope, not normal. Never happened to my dog.