rabbie shots

Question
Hilary,
    I have a yorkie approx. 14lbs.7yrs. old.
    every 3 yrs. he gets a rabbie shot and it
    really affects him he can hardly walk for
    a day, can a rabbie vaccination be given
    orally, or is there any thing I can give
    him to relieve his discomfort.(no other
    shots bother him).
       
                    Thanks
                     dom

Answer
Hi Dominick!  This is definately a vaccine reaction that your yorkie is experiencing.  Next time his vaccines are due, let your veterinarian know before hand how this vaccine affects your dog and that you would like a benadryl injection before the vaccine.  This will aid in preventing a reaction when the rabies vaccination, or any other vaccination is given.  I have to do this with my shih tzu, as he has horrible vaccine reactions to the point where his face and throat swell.  The benadryl always helps him, so I'm sure it will help your little guy too!
Hope this helps!
Hilary