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∙ 11y agoNo human medicines should be given to dogs, especially puppies, unless prescribed by a reputable veterinarian. Humans and animals react differently to certain medications.
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How much aspirin for a 80 pound dog?
absolutely NONE, if your dog needs medication you must get it from your vet, a dog's metabolism is very different from a human, you will wind up killing your dog
How much aspirin for 5 lb chihuahua?
Be very careful with aspirin - it can be toxic to dogs. Never give it to a cat.It can be toxic if given in high doses of about 30 mg (milligram) per pound of the dog. This means that even a baby aspirin could be poisonous for dogs weighing two pounds or less. An adult aspirin, which is 320 mg, would be toxic for a 10-pound dog. So even 1/2 an aspirin to too much for a 5-lb dog. and they'll live without it - don't do it.
Will giving a dog Motrin one time hurt it?
If you need to give your dog any type home remedy pain med, it's better to give them, a LOW DOSE ASPIRIN such as BABY ASPIRIN. NOT MOTRIN.
Will 10mg of lorazepam hurt your 3 pound dog?
Do not give any human medicine to your dog unless you ask a vet.
How much baby aspirin can be given toa 27 pound miniature schnauzer?
Yes, but watch for signs of stomach upset, such as if the dog stops eating, or vomits, or if the dog vomits blood, especially. If the dog vomits blood you should take the dog to a veterinarian. See the Related Link below. And NEVER give Tylenol (acetaminophen) to a dog.
Does it hurt your 16 year old dog to be petted?
If you pet it lightly it won't hurt your dog. Don't pet an old dog hard because their skin is frgile/
Can you give your 13 year old dog who has lymphoma baby aspirin while she is on prednisone?
Shut your mouth
Will giving ivomect orally to 75lb dog hurt them in any way?
Giving Ivomect to a 75 pound dog needs to be done through a shot. This is a medication for heartworms and it could hurt them if they are given the medication orally.
If your 10 pound dog ate a large dog heart worm pill will it hurt him?
Please call a vet or poison control NOW this can harm your pet
How much Bufferin can you give a dog?
You can give a dog Buffered Aspirin 5-12.5 mg per pound, every 12 hours for pain, inflammation, and fever. Usually one regular strength tablet (325mg) for a 50-60 pound dog.
Can you give a 30 pound dog an aspirin for foot pain?
No - dogs should never be given human pain medications (Tylenol, aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Motrin, ibuprofen, etc.). Dogs are very sensitive to the side effects, which can be fatal. If you believe your dog would benefit from pain medication, you will need to make an appointment with your veterinarian for an examination. There are safe pain medications available for dogs, but you need a veterinary prescription to get them.
Your dog ate a pound of Christmas cookies?
Well, typically it will not hurt the dog. If it doesn't agree, the dog will just bring it back up. However, looks like you will not be enjoying the cookies.
