I had 2 Rottweilers who took predisone, I would say a 105 lb dog could take up to 40mgs of predisone if need be. Even slightly higher if it is used to correct the immune system. Otherwise as a anti-inflamatory drug a lower dose would be needed.
There is no set dose for an 8 pound dog; veterinarians typically prescribe within a certain range based upon the dog's symptoms and what the prednisone is being used to treat. Prednisone is a powerful drug with the potential for serious side effects, particularly in such a small dog. If you believe your dog needs treatment with prednisone, you should make an appointment with your veterinarian for an examination.
they give it to my dog tocontrol the nawing and allergy
Just went to the vet and he switched our dog from duramax to prednisone. They DO NOT mix well. Doing so can severely hurt your dog.
None, unless prescribed by a vet.
When giving Prednisone to your dog they have to slowly be taken off of the medication. Do not abruptly stop giving this medication to your pet as it will have serious side effects.
I used to get my dog's prednisone filled at the drug store.
Administration of this drug to a dog should only be undertaken under the auspices of a qualified vet (animal doctor).
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It depends upon what exactly you are giving - it would be way too much prednisone, but possibly not enough cephalexin depending upon the infection.
No, you should not give your dog Delsym cough syrup or prednisone without consulting a veterinarian. Delsym contains active ingredients that may not be safe for dogs, and prednisone is a corticosteroid that can have serious side effects if not dosed correctly. Always seek professional veterinary advice for appropriate medications and dosages for your pet's specific condition.
This will depend greatly on why your dog was started on prednisone. If the prednisone was for a temporary condition, like getting an itchy skin under control, your dog should be weaned off the prednisone within a couple months at most. However, prednisone is also prescribed to treat Cushings disease, which is a permanent condition that requires medication for the rest of the dog's life.
You need to call your veterinarian and tell him/her that your dog is not eating after being put on prednisone - your vet may need to adjust the medication level or advise alternate food options.