How to administer parvo vaccine: Under skin or in the muscle?

In order to give it subcutanelously, the skin should be lifted to form a tent. At the base of the tent, the needle should be inserted at close to an angle parallel with rockey's back. If the injection was done intramuscular accidentally, there is not likely to be any significant side effects. The vaccine will still be absorbed appropriately. Hope this helps.

If most of the vaccine got under the skin, it will still be effective, assuming it has been shipped, handled, and reconstituted properly. Because they can be finicky vaccines, I always recommend having your vet vaccinate. Of course if you choose to vaccinate your pet yourself, follow the reconstitution and handling instructions exactly. Temperature, and using the vaccine right away is crucial. Also know that vaccine makers will pay for parvo treatment if your pet has been vaccinated by a veterinarian at the proper intervals. Of course, no matter how you choose to vaccinate Cookie, be sure that she stays away from dog parks, pet stores, and anywhere else that other dogs are frequently found. In fact if you can keep her in a back yard or using the same little area to urinate/defecate that is best. I recommend this for all pups until they are fully vaccinated. Hope this helps and best of luck to you and Cookie!

Hello. This medication is known as metoclopramide in the US, & it is labeled to be administered under the skin in addition to in the muscle, so yes, you can give this to your cat under the skin. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is recommended to have oxytocin administered by a veterinarian. This is given subcutaneously (under the skin) in between the shoulder blades. Good luck and have a good night!

Hello. Penicillin can be administered either way. If you do give it in the muscle, be sure to pull back on the plunger before injecting. If you see blood, move to another spot. Never inject penicillin into a vein. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding the puppies. I'm sorry to hear that they have parvo. I believe you are referring to subcutaneous fluids. These are fluids that are given under the skin as opposed to intravenously. This allows it to be done out of the hospital. The fluids help to keep the puppies hydrated in the face of ongoing fluid losses through continued vomit and diarrhea. Your veterinarian will need to provide the fluid bags, supplies and instruction on how to administer the fluid as well as appropriate doses for each pup. There are several types of fluids that can be used on this will be based on the needs of the individual puppies. I hope this information helps!

Hi, the injection needs to be administered subcutaneously so some areas are better than others, where the skin is lose. It is very important for vaccine to be administered correctly. Hope this makes sense.