Can you give a dog tylenol for pain?

However, as tempting as it may be to reach for an over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen and give it to the family dog, you must avoid them at all costs. Dogs should not be given Advil, aspirin, Tylenol, or any other pain reliever made for human consumption. read more

However, as tempting as it may be to reach for an over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen, aspirin or acetaminophen and give it to the family dog, you must avoid them at all costs. Over-the-counter pain meds (OTC medications) and human medications can be very dangerous, even fatal, when used improperly in dogs. read more

In adult dogs, continued use of NSAIDs can cause stomach ulcers and inflammation, or an overdose can cause kidney failure. Additionally, Advil and Aspirin have been shown to damage joint cartilage, so they should not be used in dogs with osteoarthritis – which is especially inconvenient, since much of the pain pet owners wish to treat is caused by osteoarthritis. read more

Ask your veterinarian if Tylenol is right for your dog and in what circumstances you can give it at home. Because Tylenol is not used very often in veterinary medicine, experience with side effects at safe doses is limited. Vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, liver and kidney problems have been reported at recommended doses. read more