Okay, so my furry buddy, Max, he’s a real social butterfly, loves the dog park. But with all those doggy meet-and-greets, I worry about kennel cough. So, I decided to get him vaccinated.
The Vet Visit
First things first, I booked an appointment with our vet. We went in, and the vet gave Max a quick check-up, you know, the usual poking and prodding. Everything looked good, so we got the green light for the vaccine.
The Vaccine
Max, he’s a brave little guy, but needles? Not his favorite. The vet administered the vaccine – it was the nasal spray kind, not a shot. He sneezed a couple of times, kinda like he had pepper up his nose, it was almost funny, I felt a little bad, but only a little.
Post-Vaccine Watch
After the deed was done, I kept a close eye on him. The vet said some dogs might feel a bit off after, like maybe a little tired or have a runny nose. The main thing is, I wanted to be sure he wasn’t having any serious reactions.
- I checked his temperature a few times – normal.
- I watched his eating and drinking – all good there.
- I observed his energy levels – maybe a tiny bit less zoomies than usual, but still playful.
The Next Few Days
Over the next couple of days, Max seemed pretty much his normal self. He had a slightly runny nose for maybe a day, and he sneezed a bit more than usual. But, honestly, it was barely noticeable. He still wanted to play fetch, chase squirrels, and snuggle on the couch.
My Conclusion?
So, did Max feel unwell after his kennel cough vaccine? Maybe a teeny, tiny bit. But it was super mild and didn’t last long. If I hadn’t been watching him like a hawk, I probably wouldn’t have even noticed. It was absolutely worth it for the peace of mind, knowing he’s protected when he’s hanging out with his doggy pals.
