Allergy to rabies vaccine

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Allergy to rabies vaccine

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Has anyone had a problem with this,it turns out our vet said our puppy is allergic to the rabies vaccine.Thanks in advance for any help.
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Just out of curiousity, how did your vet come to that conclusion exactly?
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Re: Allergy to rabies vaccine

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From a quick google search, it seems this is more common than you think, and with a wide range of symptoms. It is possible to get an exemption from rabies vaccinations. Ask your vet about that.
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You may be able to get an exemption, but also may have to provide titer testing results if you want to get a license, depending on your state/local law.
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Welcome to the forum!

I don't think that reactivity to vaccines is uncommon at all. Most vets either write a litter to appease the local municipality or give a Dexamethazone/Benedryl combo to prevent reactions.

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