How much Claritin for a dog?

Answer 1

My Vet told me 10mg per 22 lbs. For smaller dogs, the childrens dose of 5 mg is fine (and grape flavored!!)

THIS IS TERRIBLE ADVICE ABOVE!! While 10mg per 22lbs is fine for such antihistamines such as diphenhydramine AKA BENADRYL is probably accurate, 10mg per 22lbs of say Loratadine AKA CLARITIN, is the human equivalent of 3x the daily adult dose. This can cause serious liver and kidney damage to your pet after just a few days of dosing. Don't listen to sites like this, because idiots like this person post information that can end up being harmful and expensive. Spend a little money and go pay some one who is trained, IE. your Vet

Answer 2

Unless instructed to by a vet, you don't.

Benedryl would be best to give a dog if he/she has Asthma, shortness of breathe and wheezing.

One tablespoon (not completely full) would be the correct dosage of Benedryl.

Answer 3

NO. Please see your veterinarian if your dog seems to have symptoms of an upper respiratory problem or Allergies, such as sneezing, coughing, difficulty breathing or harsh breath sounds, nasal discharge, or runny eyes. Dogs and cats should NEVER be given human medications, as their symptoms are often much different than ours, even in the same diseases, dosing for body weight is critically important, and even simple medicines like ibuprofen and acetaminophen can make animals critically ill to the point of death because their bodies metabolize these substances differently than we do. ALWAYS consult with your veterinarian if your animal seems to have a problem that you feel might improve with human medicines... you could be fatally mistaken.

Answer 4

None! If the packaging doesn't have a dose for dogs, then don't give it to them. Claritin is for human use and for human use only. Over the counter drugs are for people. If your pet is having issues, then go to the vet.

Answer 5

how much claritin can i give my dog. She constantly chews on her feet

Answer 6

a maximum of .5mg per kg of canine weight BID or twice per day.

Answer 7

Dosage varies by size, so you should consult your veterinarian before giving any medication to you pets.