2007-01-18 07:49:29 · 39 answers · asked by kellygirl 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
No. Take your puppy to the vet, and only give medicines he or she perscribes, in the appropriate dosages.
2007-01-18 07:52:30 · answer #1 · answered by Kahuna Burger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO NO NO
Call your vet if you think it is really bad or the puppy is very young. Other than that let the puppy LIVE with the cold. He's a puppy and he'll get over it.
It is much better to let him have a cold than kill him with human cold meds.
If anyone suggests a dosage or kind of med, ignore them. There are many adult cold meds that a five year old 43 pound child cannot take---never mind a puppy. How on earth could anyone here determine the safety and dosage for a medication designed for humans on an immature canine of unknown size, age and breed.
2007-01-18 08:19:03 · answer #2 · answered by bookmom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your dog has a cold the best thing to do is to call and talk to your vet. They will tell you what to watch for signs and symptoms as well as give you the proper way to treat a cold. Your vet will tell you If OTC human medicines are okay and how much dosage you should give.
Your vet is not necessarily there to always tell you to bring your dog in for an exam, they are there to help inform you and guide you on the proper care of emergency situations and minior situations. Good Luck.
2007-01-18 08:01:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The vet will prescribe the proper medicine based on the type of dog and its weight.
Some dogs are very adversly affected by medicine that other dogs can take.
Tylenol can actually kill most dogs.
You puppy may not actually have a cold. Your vet will examine the puppy thoroughly and guide you through the best treatment for your puppy.
2007-01-18 08:04:55 · answer #4 · answered by Myglassesarealwaysclean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't give him medications for humans unless prescribed by your veterinarian. Some medications can be too strong for your dog, especially a puppy, and could actually make him worse off than he is. Take him to the vet before it turns into something serious. If he sounds congested and has a runny nose it could be the beginning of pneumonia which is actually a common problem with puppies.
2007-01-18 07:54:02 · answer #5 · answered by dolfingrrl928 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is just a cold, make sure he has food, water, warmth and company, and like humans he'll get better in time. If you think it's getting worse, then see a vet.
Contrary to what some have said, just because you give a dog medicine developed to humans it doesn't mean the dog will die. But remember, what is fit for humans isn't necessarily okay for dogs. Chocolate is a very good example - scrummy for humans, but toxic to dogs. If you really are looking to get medication, you are better seing a vet and getting professional advice.
Hope your pup gets well soon. :)
2007-01-18 08:15:45 · answer #6 · answered by Andrew B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!!!! Those medicines are formulated in strength for people. Dogs also have a different metabolism and may make the situation worse. You should contact a local vet, and ask questions. Consult someone who is a practicing vet. Though some drugs can work for both people and humans you don't know what they are. Pain killers are a good example, acetaminophen is horrible for dogs.
2007-01-18 07:55:30 · answer #7 · answered by james r 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although their symptoms resemble those of a common head cold in humans, dogs do not catch colds.. when those symptoms appear, the dog should be taken immediately to the clinic.<< http://www.canismajor.com/dog/cough.html
If a puppy has runny nose, or eyes, is sneezing or coughing, It may seem like a common cold, but dogs don't get the virus that our head colds come from. It could be symptoms of something far more dangerous. Any time a puppy runs a fever, he needs to see the vet..
2007-01-18 07:57:15 · answer #8 · answered by Chetco 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't give him anything OTC until you consult a vet! some over the counter drugs could be very dangerous for a dog. especially if this is a young puppy. i would call the vet and describe the symptoms, dogs don't usually get "colds" like people, so you want to be sure it isn't anything serious.
2007-01-18 07:54:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some OTC meds are appropriate for animals--along the lines of simple antihistamines or antidiarrheals. With that being said, the only people that should be self medicating their animals are the veterinary professionals. If you don't work in the field, stay way from OTC medications, or you'll end up trashing your pet's liver.
Call your vet!
2007-01-18 08:28:59 · answer #10 · answered by It will eat you soon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋