Can you give your dog pepto bismal?

Answer 1

I would strongly recommend calling your veterinarian first - dogs can have severe stomach problems that can be made worse with Pepto-Bismol, including gastric dilation and torsion and foreign bodies. Although not fun for the dog, it's generally better to let your dog ride through a bout of upset stomach without medication - he should be fine in about 12 hours and acting like normal again.

However, in some cases veterinarians do use bismuth sulfate (the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol) to treat minor cases of indigestion and diarrhea in dogs. It is important to check with your veterinarian regarding dosage for your dog (it is based on weight and health status, so it needs to be individually tailored) and the formula needs to be the original Pepto-Bismol with no other active ingredients.

Answer 2

I have many times, but it usually really doesn't help much. I have also used it to treat ferrets that needed it (in much smaller doses). Immodium seems to help with dogs, but just like the Pepto...... they hate the taste. Both medications usually end up on the walls an ceiling. You are better to stick to the medicines prescribed by a Veterinarian.

Answer 3

1. You can give your dog Pepto Bismol 1 teaspoon for every 20 pounds of body weight to help control the diarrhea. Pepto Bismol should not be used in cats. If your pet begins to become lethargic or diarrhea persists for more than 24 hours call your veterinarian.

Answer 4

You need to check with a vet on the correct dosage and why the pet requires pepto bismol.

Answer 5

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