Where Is Distemper Vaccine Given?

Subcutaneous administration: Lift the loose skin behind the neck or behind front leg and insert needle. Inject entire contents of syringe. Do not inject directly into blood vessel (see note below). Intramuscular administration: Insert needle into muscle of the hind limb (see illustration).

What part of the body should dog vaccines be given?

The injections are given in the subcutaneous tissue (sub = under; cutaneous = skin), which is considerably looser in the dog than in the human. Pinch some loose skin from the back of the neck or "scruff" region (between the shoulder blades) between your thumb and forefinger.

Where do dogs get injections?

Injectable vaccines are combined into a single injection, so your dog only has to have one needle. This is given under the skin at the back of the neck, and is well tolerated by the vast majority of dogs.