How to give a cat liquid medication?

Cats tend to struggle and resist having things forced into their mouths, with the syringe used to administer medications being no exception. However, with a bit of preparation and by following a few simple tips, giving your cat a liquid medication need not be stressful. read more

Liquid medications should come with a dropper or syringe for administration. Fill the dropper or syringe with the prescribed amount of medicine. Holding your cat’s head still with one hand, insert the tip of the dropper or syringe into a corner of the mouth, between the cheek and the teeth, aiming toward the back of your cat’s head. read more

The easiest way to give your cat liquid medication is to mix it in with some canned food. To ensure that your cat swallows all of the medication, it is best to mix it into a small amount of canned food that you feed by hand, rather than mixing it into a full bowl of food that the cat may not completely eat. read more