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Vaccines are an important part of your dog’s health. Although vaccine reactions are not common, they can happen and can range from mild to severe. Mild vaccine reactions include: 1. Lethargy You may notice decreased appetite and energy for 24-48 hours after vaccine administration. 2. Sneezing/coughing The Bordetella, or kennel cough vaccine, is administered intranasally (in the nose) or orally (in the mouth). This can cause some irritation in the nose or mouth. 3.

Allergic bronchitis or asthma is an inflammatory reaction in the lower airways. When an allergen, like dust mites, is inhaled it starts an allergic reaction that results in changes in the airways. Some common allergens include dust, smoke, household chemicals, mildew, molds, weeds, pollens and cat litter. When these allergens enter the airways, they cause an increase in mucous production, and constriction of airways. At home, owners may notice that their cat is breathing more

In the last few years ticks have really moved into urban areas, they aren’t just in the mountains anymore. They also are in more urban areas because wildlife are more in urban areas. As ticks migrate into urban areas, we need to be more diligent in protecting our pets and us from them. Ticks carry multiple diseases including Lyme. Dogs can bring ticks into our homes and then those ticks can pass diseases to us. So, it’s important that they are protected from ticks to help pro