My 8 week old husky/wolf mix pup was given its first set of vaccinations today.?

Question

After receiving the shot she showed signs that the injection site was bothering her (yipping if it was touched, scratching at the area) and now, about 6 hours later she seems ill. She is lethargic and has an accelerated heart rate. She seemed somewhat depressed before receiving the shot - having no other dogs in close contact and with my two small children in the house. I brought another small dog in for company and she seemed to be fine.
I'm concerned that this may be a negative side effect from either the rabies vaccination or the 7-in-one shot that she received. As two of her litter mates died (one a week ago with parvo like symptoms, the other at 4 weeks of age) I am greatly concerned that there may be a problem with the litter.
Any suggestions as to the cause of her behavior would be greatly appreciated as would suggestions as how to treat her at home (there is no emergency vet in my area).

P.S. Do pups with parvo tend to stay away from water or drink more?

I understand the concern for the fact that the pup is a wolf hybrid since I have small children, but these animals are extremely loyal to their families. I have a 3 year old wolf hybrid already and she has a wonderful temperment - she's very laid back and very defensive of my family (lots of bark but no bite).

Answer 1

I've heard of them getting lethargic.. and even having sensitivity and pain.. (mine gets large masses anytime he is injected that don't go away for a few weeks) but that sounds more serious.. I'd call the vet first thing in the morning and get an appointment.. (explain details.. they may decide to get you right in).. are you sure there is no emergency vet anywhere? Ours is about 45 minutes drive away, but if it's serious that would be possible.. you may want to call the vets office and see if a recording comes on saying where to go for an emergency.

Answer 2

You need to keep the pup isolated from the other dogs and children & use "quarantine procedures" ... thorough hand washing before and after handling the pup. Take the pup out in a different area than your other dogs. Keep it hydrated with Pedialyte. If it is not drinking on its own it would be critical to aid it in getting fluids (syringe & drops in the mouth). There's a site that helps with Parvo and they have a product others I know have used successfully called ParvAid. They also have a recipe for a tea that can be used until the product arrives. I'm attaching the link. Good luck!

Answer 3

Whenever mine gets their shots, they're usually lazy afterwards. Not much, if any, appetite & a couple of them are sensitive where the shot was given. Since she doesn't seem to have a great family health history, I would be sure to spay her. That way if it's something in the bloodline, you'll not contribute to it.
Also, please be very careful with a wolf hybrid since you have small children. I don't think that would've been my first choice as they can be very iffy on their temperament. And small children could be considered prey.

Answer 4

negative affect to rabies shot means it is rabies postive. not drinking water is also rabies.

this is not to say she has it, just background info.

it could be poor genetics. wolves also hide illnesses very well because in wolf world it means weakness, so they could have inhereted that as well.

really, though it sounds like poor genetics.

keep warm, comfort her, try to get water in her system. call vet at first opportunity. you may give her half a baby aspirin or half a baby dose but NOT ibuprofen (acetomenphin) as this will cause kidney damage and ultimately death.

Answer 5

Google "vaccinosis"

Answer 6

If you are truely afraid call the vet.