Is baby aspirin safe for dogs?

Aspirin is an over-the-counter NSAID. Your doctor may OK giving it to your dog for a limited amount of time, but usually only if he has an injury or another short-term condition. It's not recommended for long-term use in dogs because it has a greater potential for side effects, including the risk of bleeding. read more

There are some of the available NSAIDs just for dogs: carprofen (Novox or Rimadyl) deracoxib (Deramaxx) firocoxib (Previcox) meloxicam (Metacam ) NSAIDs are usually safe for dogs and have few side effects. But in some cases, they can cause kidney, liver, or digestive problems. You may be able to tell if your dog is having a bad reaction to an NSAID. read more

If your dog weighs 40 lbs, the recommended dosage for him would be 200 mg, or 2.5 baby aspirin. Anything over 30mg per pound is considered toxic. Getting the dosage correct is imperative, especially when treating small dogs. read more

Aspirin For Dogs Aspirin is a popular painkiller and anti-clotting agent used widely around the world. It is an NSAID derived from salicin, a naturally-occuring substance which can be found in many plants and trees. read more