At first glance, vaccination is a fairly simple event that is carried out quickly and relatively painlessly.

This is partly true, the procedure itself lasts no more than half an hour, but after this your pet will still need a lot of time and effort to recover. Therefore, he should be given special care and follow all the rules so that the animal does not experience any complications.

Dog after vaccination: reaction and possible complications

Complications after vaccination are divided into two categories: local and general. Local complications are expressed in the formation of a swelling or even a lump at the injection site; in some cases, this area may be hot to the touch and painful. General complications are characterized by a depressed state and pain in the animal.

The dog looks lethargic and sick, the temperature may rise up to 40 degrees. As a rule, such complications are observed immediately after vaccination for several days or a week. In cases where painful condition if it drags on, you should contact your veterinarian.

Also, in some cases, dogs may experience an allergic reaction to certain components of the drugs. This reaction can lead to one of the most dangerous complications - anaphylactic shock. This complication characterized by increased salivation, shortness of breath, weakness, as well as cyanosis of the mucous membranes, in particular the mouth. If these symptoms are present, the animal should be hospitalized immediately, otherwise it may die.

Quarantine after vaccination for a dog

After vaccination, quarantine must be observed. If vaccination was done for the first time, the quarantine lasts approximately 10-14 days. At this time, the puppy can be walked exclusively in your arms, without giving him the opportunity to communicate with other animals, since this is dangerous for his fragile immunity.

In cases where vaccinations are given to adult dogs, quarantine restrictions are quite conditional. It is advisable to avoid contact of the vaccinated animal with other dogs for two weeks, but he can walk on a leash. In this case, a certificate of vaccination (for example, against rabies) is issued no earlier than 14 days after vaccination.

How to walk your dog after vaccination

You can walk your dog, but you should follow certain rules. If you have a puppy, then you should not let him run outside before revaccination, and also for two weeks after it, but you can easily walk with him in your arms.

As for adult dogs, the main thing here is not to overexert the animal and not to overcool it. Therefore, long walks should be avoided, especially in the rain or frosty weather.

Is it possible to wash a dog after vaccination?

This question interests many owners, since in some cases after a walk it is simply necessary to clean the animal of dirt.

However, all veterinarians strictly prohibit washing a dog after vaccination, as this can lead to a cold. This is due to the fact that the dog’s immunity is already weakened, but here it can still become hypothermic, which will lead to serious complications.

What to do if your dog has a lump after vaccination?

It is generally quite normal for dogs to develop a bump after vaccination, so there is no need to worry too much about it. Yes, of course, such a reaction of the body raises some concerns about the possibility of complications.

However, as practice shows, no matter how big the lump is, it will resolve over time, so there is no need to take any action. In most cases, this formation disappears within two weeks after vaccination; if it does not disappear within this period, you can already contact a veterinarian.

Today, perhaps, few would argue about the need for vaccinations for dogs.

Vaccination for toy terriers and almost lifelike necessary, - due to their small stature, these dogs are more likely than others to come into contact with the ground and what is on it. Viruses of canine diseases in most cases live there.

In addition, the nimble dogs of this breed strive to look into every corner, sniff every unfamiliar object, and examine every blade of grass. Therefore, without vaccination there is absolutely no way here.

Vaccination of toy terrier puppies

Features of vaccination

Vaccinations are divided for single and complex vaccines.

A monovaccine is administered as protection against one specific disease.

Comprehensive includes counteracting several common infections at once: rabies, parvovirus enteritis, canine distemper, adenoviral hepatitis, rhinotracheitis and leptospirosis.

A complex drug is more convenient because it immediately organizes protection against possible dangerous ailments, but using a monovaccine, one of them can simply be left out or simply not be available at the veterinary clinic at the right time.

Besides toy terriers, like all small dogs, do not tolerate a visit to the vet very well, this is a lot of stress for them. It's better to test it less often.

Vaccines are also divided into live and killed. Live ones contain weakened strains that provoke the disease in mild form. In this case, immunity is formed that is stable and long-lasting.

Killed preparations use dead microorganisms. There are no signs of illness, even in a mild form. But immunity after such vaccinations is less stable.

Of course, strong, well-developed toy terriers should be recommended live vaccine. But dogs of this breed often grow weakened during puppyhood.

Attention! It is better to turn to a killed vaccine, more active drug may cause serious complications.

When to vaccinate

A special one has been developed for toy terriers. vaccination schedule:

• The first vaccination is given at 3 weeks. for a puppy from parainfluenza and bordetellosis; these diseases are not particularly dangerous and can be treated, but treatment is quite expensive;
• At 4 weeks it's your turn parvovirus enteritis and plague are extremely dangerous diseases and without vaccinations often lead to death, especially with late treatment;
• 8 - 10 weeks; At this age the puppy is recommended to be vaccinated against viral hepatitis and leptospirosis; it is too dangerous illnesses, nursing puppies from them is possible, but leaves behind severe allergic reactions; during the same period, repeated vaccination against enteritis and plague is carried out;
• 11 -13 weeks– repeat the remaining previous procedures and rabies vaccine;
• It is recommended to repeat vaccinations once a year; for rabies, it is mandatory.

What to consider?

Before and during vaccinations, it is necessary to exclude contact of the puppy with other animals while walking. Before vaccination, you need to get rid of ticks and fleas, as well as clean worms.

Even before vaccination should the puppy needs several days in a row measure temperature- she is with that terrier in in good health should fluctuate between 37.5 -39 degrees.

IMPORTANT! Any deviations indicate a health problem. Vaccinations cannot be done in this condition.

After vaccination

It should be borne in mind that any vaccine enters the active phase of action 2 weeks after use. So you need to monitor the puppy just as carefully as before the procedure. Traveling on public transport and contact with other animals should also be avoided during this period.

After vaccination in toy terriers are often observed drowsiness and lack of appetite. This is a normal reaction of the body to the procedure. But there are symptoms that, if they appear, should cause alarm:

• increased regular salivation;
• cyanosis of the mucous membrane;
• pronounced shortness of breath;
• loss of consciousness;
• anaphylactic shock;
• severe inflammation and itching in the injection area.

If at least one of these symptoms appears, contact your veterinarian immediately.

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Vaccination of a toy terrier

But, to summarize the above, vaccinations should not be avoided. Even such small dogs as toy terriers, in most cases, tolerate them well and subsequently do not get sick.

Many owners of a Toy Terrier dog believe that vaccinations are not necessary. But vaccination is a mandatory item for keeping healthy pet. Toy terrier vaccinations allow for prevention against various viruses and bacteria that are harmful to both the pet and the owner. Vaccination can be done in the following ways:

• taking the terrier to the veterinary clinic;
• calling a veterinarian to your home;
• carrying out vaccinations independently, without the help of a veterinarian.

It is possible to vaccinate yourself, but it is not recommended. The only advantage here is saving money. But in this case, you can harm the health of that terrier. Another disadvantage is the lack of a stamp in the pet’s passport.

Diseases for which prevention is carried out

If a Toy Terrier is not vaccinated, it may suffer whole line various diseases. If a separate vaccination is given for each disease, then small terrier there will be no living place. That is why the vaccination is done with a polyvalent vaccine, which is complex prophylactic. Vaccinations against the following diseases:

• Rabies. The disease can be fatal for the pet and the owner. Treatment of an infected individual is very difficult and not always successful.
• Plague of carnivores. A disease that has high level distribution. A deadly disease, prevention of which is most important.
• Viral hepatitis. The most dangerous is for puppies. Treatment is carried out only with serums that cause an allergic reaction with serious consequences.
• Parvovirus enteritis. A strong and persistent virus that can be active during external environment for a long time. The virus also has a high percentage fatal outcome.
• Adenovirus. An infectious disease that is quite common and may have sharp forms inflammation.
• Leptospirosis. This serious disease, which affects several vital organs of the pet at once.
• Bordetellosis. The infection strikes respiratory organs and the path of the pet. The disease is not difficult to treat, but it is not cheap either.

Preventive vaccinations are an issue that owners of not only dogs, but also cats, should pay attention to. The most dangerous and common infectious diseases of dogs: canine distemper, hepatitis, parvovirosis, leptospirosis, rabies; cats: viral rhinotracheitis, calcivirus infection, feline panleukopenia and rabies. Of course, all these diseases are easier to prevent than to treat. All information about vaccinations performed is entered into veterinary passport, which is issued veterinarian indicating the type of vaccine, date of vaccination and registration number in the vaccination log. This is especially important if you plan to participate in shows or plan to travel with your pet domestically or internationally.

Vaccination timing: puppies are vaccinated for the first time at the age of 8-9 weeks with the NobivacDHPPi and Nobivac Lepto vaccines, then after 3-4 weeks they are revaccinated with the same vaccines and given a rabies vaccination, for example with the Nobivac Rabies vaccine, a second revaccination in this case is carried out after 10 months (in year). Kittens are vaccinated for the first time at 9-12 weeks of age with a multivalent vaccine, such as Nobivac Tricat, followed by a booster dose 3 weeks later with the same vaccine and rabies vaccine. In more early age the level of maternal antibodies, which puppies and kittens receive through milk, is high, so vaccination during this period is ineffective. The only exception, perhaps, is the Nobivac Puppy DP vaccine. Puppies are vaccinated with it from 6 weeks of age if contact with infection is inevitable (transportation of puppies, uneven development of litter puppies). In this case, the vaccination schedule changes slightly: the first vaccination is Nobivac Puppy DP, then after 3-4 weeks - NobivacDHPPi + Nobivac Lepto, and again after 4 weeks NobivacDHPPi + Lepto + Rabies.

Adult animals are vaccinated once a year annually.

Active immunity will be developed no earlier than 10 days after vaccination; during this period, it is necessary to carefully ensure that the animals do not become overcooled, you cannot walk with them on the street, and it is not recommended to wash them.

The question of why dogs need vaccinations causes the most heated debate among dog breeders. Some categorically refuse to vaccinate their pets, while others, on the contrary, zealously defend the need for this preventive procedure.
Owners of Russian toy terriers were also not spared from this discussion. When asked whether or not to vaccinate a dog, the answer is clear: do it.

Why vaccinate your Russian Toy Terrier?

All kinds of viruses and bacteria surround both people and pets. They are everywhere - in the air, food, water, soil, and in the bodies of sick animals. The situation in our country is getting worse big amount stray dogs and low level vaccinations at home.

As a result, the risk of infection dangerous diseases increases significantly. After all, an inquisitive toy terrier is unlikely to resist sniffing another dog during a walk or trying the “delicacy” he finds on his teeth. Even if you exclude your dog from contact with other dogs, there is always a risk of infection, for example, through the dirt that remains on your shoes after a walk.

What diseases are dogs vaccinated against?

All vaccines are divided into mandatory and optional. Mandatory vaccinations include:

• rabies is a deadly disease for both four-legged pets and humans. After the appearance clinical symptoms not available effective method therapy;
• bordetellosis - infection pets. Which fails in inflammation of the bronchi, trachea and lungs;
• Canine distemper is a highly contagious and widespread disease with a high mortality rate, especially among young dogs;
• viral hepatitis - the disease is dangerous for young dogs. Potentially allergenic serums are used for therapy;
• adenoviral infections- a widespread disease, the greatest risk for four-legged pets is acute forms;
• parvovirus enteritis is a highly contagious disease with high risk lethal outcome. The causative virus of parvovirus is highly resistant to physical and chemical influences and remains active in the external environment for several months;
• Leptospirosis is a widespread disease with a high risk of death. Leptospirosis affects not only pets, but also humans.

Additional vaccinations are given from:

• piroplasmora is a common animal disease in Europe and Siberia. The disease develops rapidly as a result of a dog being bitten by a forest tick;
• Lyme disease (tick-borne berriliosis) is a common disease caused by ticks. Berriliosis is potentially dangerous to humans;
• fungal diseases - contagious and common diseases for both animals and people;
• canine parainfluenza - the disease occurs quite often and is transmitted by airborne droplets, the greatest risk is for puppies;
• Coronavirus enteritis is a highly contagious disease. A dog can get enteritis from sniffing the feces of a sick animal or from direct contact.

What vaccinations does a terrier need?

The Russian Toy Terrier first of all needs mandatory vaccinations. Beginning dog breeders often wonder at what age terrier vaccinations are required. Approximate schedule puppy vaccinations:

• at 3 weeks, vaccination against a group of infections conventionally called “ kennel cough» - borderllosis and parainfluenza in dogs;
• at 4 weeks from canine distemper and parvovirus enteritis;
• at 8-10 weeks from canine distemper, viral hepatitis, parvovirus enteritis, leptospirosis;
• 11-13 weeks (but not earlier than 3 weeks after the previous procedure) again from canine distemper, viral hepatitis, parovirus enteritis, leptospirosis and the first time from rabies;
• annually against canine distemper, viral hepatitis, parvovirus enteritis, leptospirosis and rabies.

For additional vaccinations, the veterinarian develops individual plan vaccinations based on the health status of the four-legged pet.

The first vaccination for toy terrier puppies, as well as subsequent ones, are given in the kennel. Therefore, when buying a Russian Toy puppy, make sure that the veterinary passport contains notes on all mandatory vaccinations.

How much does it cost to vaccinate a toy terrier?

The cost of the procedure depends on several factors. First, the brand of the vaccine manufacturer. Secondly, the location of the manipulation: at home or in the veterinary clinic.

Average cost of vaccinations for a Russian Toy Terrier:

• vaccination with a polyvalent vaccine for dogs (puppies) domestic Biovac, Multakan-4, -6, -8 - at home 1100 rubles, at the veterinary clinic 600 rubles;
• vaccination with polyvalent vaccine for dogs (puppies) imported Nobivak, Vanguard, Duramun, Eurikan - at home 1400 rubles, at the veterinary clinic 900 rubles;
• registration of a veterinary passport - 150 rubles.

Rules for vaccination of the Russian Toy Terrier

There are several rules related to vaccination that every toy terrier owner must adhere to:

The toy terrier will finally develop immunity to the disease 2 weeks after vaccination. During this period, be as attentive as possible to your four-legged friend and his state of health. If you notice changes in your Russian Toy Terrier's behavior or... alarming symptoms- Notify your veterinarian immediately.

How to worm a toy terrier before vaccination

Deworming plays an important role in dog vaccination. Most often, veterinarians recommend using Prazitel for these purposes, since this drug is active against all types of worms.

The drug should be given in the morning on an empty stomach before meals. Prazitel for puppies and dogs small breeds Available in tablets and suspensions, available. For Russian Toy Terriers, a suspension is better. Firstly, in this form the drug is easier to give to the dog, and secondly, it is easier to calculate the dose for the dog.

• 1 ml per 1 kg of dog weight.

To give your Russian Toy Terrier medicine, draw the required amount of suspension into a syringe (for small doses A 1-cc or insulin syringe will do, just don’t forget to remove the needle). Then, holding your pet's head, part his lips from the side and gently insert the syringe nozzle, then gradually inject the medicine.

Complications after vaccination

In some cases, after vaccination, the Russian Toy Terrier may experience drowsiness, slight increase body temperature, lack of appetite. This is the body's reaction four-legged friend response to the vaccine is considered normal and symptoms disappear within a few days.

In rare cases, toy terriers experience complications after vaccination:

• redness and itching at the vaccination site;
• severe weakness;
• increased salivation;
• pallor, and eventually blueness of the mucous membranes;
• dyspnea;
• loss of consciousness;
• anaphylactic shock.

If you notice any of the above symptoms in your Russian Toy Terrier, contact your veterinarian immediately. To suppress allergic reaction give the dog suprastin, claritin or tavegil.

Whether or not to vaccinate a dog is the business and responsibility of every dog ​​owner. But remember that vaccination of puppies and adult Russian Toy Terriers is the only effective preventative measure against deadly diseases.

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