can i feed asprin to my dog?

Question

i have a mid-sized wheaten who twisted her ankle today and is in pain. i dont mean to sound stupid but does anyone know if you can give a dog asprin?

Answer 1

Buffered baby asprin ONLY!!!! The dosage is 1/4 of a tablet per 10 pounds.
Your better bet would be to go to a vet to make sure thats all it is and not something more serious.

Answer 2

Call your vet for advice. Dogs can have BUFFERED asprin only..but you need to get a dosage from your vet. To be safe you should NEVER give your dog any human medication without first getting approval from your vet as many of these drugs can be deadly to pets.

Answer 3

My vet told me to give my dog non-coated asprin, coated asprin goes right through them. Take you dog to the vet.

Answer 4

I don't reccomend you feed your dog an aspirin but go to the vet and purchase a pain reliver made for dogs you can purcahse one at a vetrinary clinic probably


Hope it helps

BYe

Answer 5

You should never FEED aspirin to your dog.. Dog food is fed to your dog.. Aspirins can be giving IF your vet recommends it.. A dog in pain is better off feeling the pain. Pain is there to tell you to be careful, you are hurt.. If you take away the pain, they run around and hurt themselves further.. See the vet and do things properly.

Answer 6

I've read asprin only not tylenol or advil of any kind as it harm them! you need to find out though how much your pet can have?!!here 's a web site with info i copied for you to read!! you can go there also to check it out for yourself and pet!!

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2003
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(CBS) If your dog is sneezing more than barking, you might think of running to the vet before you go to the medicine cabinet.

What you may not realize is that many of the over-the-counter drugs used to treat your own illnesses can also be used to help your pets.

On Wednesday, The Early Show resident veterinarian Debbye Turner will sort out the truth and share some home remedies for cats and dogs. But, Turner warns, be careful about using any medication on pets, because they can be dangerous to the furry friends.

Just like humans, pets can suffer from upset stomachs, queasiness and even acne. Turner says the same medications that work for people often work for pets. While you should never give your pet any kind of medicine without first consulting your veterinarian, there are a few easy home remedies to help pets get well soon.

Allergies

Oatmeal bath: (Aveeno)

Dogs and cats are as sensitive to airborne annoyances as humans are. Allergens such as pollens, molds, dust, feathers and wool may cause discomfort. Pets may not suffer from hay fever, red eyes, runny noses and sneezing attacks, but they do get itchy when suffering from allergies. To soothe their skin and help keep allergies under control, Turner recommends giving the pets a cool oatmeal water bath (warm water makes matters worse).

Benadryl:

Also, Benadryl is a common anti-histamine used for humans is similarly effective for dogs. Turner says it is important to get your veterinarian's instruction for the medication dosage.

**** Do not use this product on cats! (Medication can cause hyper-stimulation or severe depression) ****

Stomach Problems

If your pet is straining with little or no success for a whole day (or more), you'll want to see the vet to make sure nothing serious is wrong. Meanwhile, try these remedies to help get her moving again.

Metamucil:

Laxatives containing psyllium seed husks, added to water, can "get things moving" for your pet. Try adding the Metamucil to a small amount of canned food or dry food mixed with broth to make it tastier.

Kaopectate:
Dogs and cats that eat too much or eat too fast can get upset stomachs. Kaopectate soothes an upset stomach that causes vomiting and diarrhea.

Pepto-Bismol:
Giving your pet Pepto-Bismol will help soothe his stomach. It helps dogs with gastritis and vomiting.

**** Pepto-Bismol should never be given to cats! ****

Pain and Arthritis

Bayer Aspirin:

Aspirin is for dogs only! Aspirin can help alleviate the pain of arthritis. It is best to use a "coated" or buffered type and should be given after a meal.

Answer 7

I wouldn't recommend it unless your vet OK's it. You really never know how an animal will react to OTC human meds. Like people, all animals are different. The dosages are also quite different than with humans and you may end up doing more harm.
Call your local emergency vet clinic....they'll be glad to answer your questions I'm sure/ Lastly, make an appt for your dog if he/she appears to be ill.

Hope that helps

Answer 8

talk to your vet, but my vet had me feeding my dog an aspirine a day for about a year,

I wish you the best, I hope your little guy gets well fast

Answer 9

No you can't give a dog Aspirin. It is toxic to dogs.

http://petplace.com/dogs/aspirin-toxicity-in-dogs/page1.aspx

http://animal.discovery.com/guides/dogs/safety/toxicproducts.html

http://www.school-for-champions.com/animalhealth/aspirin.htm

The last link I gave you will have a chart of how much baby Aspirin to give to a dog. They go by how much they weigh.

Answer 10

NEVER give your dog ANY human medication without first consulting your vet. Some human meds can KILL dogs