[Basset Momma]

Jake goes in for his check up and shots on Saturday- He's been on Temaril- P for allergies- which has prednisone in it-for a couple of months- He is on just a tiny amount because I weaned him down as quick as I could- He gets 1/2 tab every 2-3 days- but if I try to let it go longer he starts scratching and sneezing- My concern is is it safe to give vaccine when they have been on prednisone? I called the vets office and he said it was perfectly fine (and I do trust him) but I'm always nervous around shot time- The funny part is- parents have the same concerns giving vaccines to babies- and I never hesistate to encourage them to get the baby shots - I'm such a wuss!!

 

[Basset Momma]

I stopped his Temaril a week before- I had gotten it down to an extremely low dose- However- the day after his shots he started paw gnawing and broke out in an itchy rash within about 72 hors. He is back on Temaril- P at the higher dose again. I asked the vet if it could be the shots but she kinda shrugged and said not likely - it usually is more severe and starts within 24 hours of the vaccines. Course- now I don't know what to think or do next year...

 

[Basset Momma]

The steroids are used to treat certain medical conditions- such as severe allergies - it's often used in respiratory conditions as well... and sometimes for lymphomas or other cancers. It is an anti inflammatory- so an excellent medical tool in come instances.