Tips for Getting Your Dog to Take Their Pills
One of the most challenging aspects of being a pet parent is convincing our K-9s to take a pill. These smart fur babies tend to notice sneaking their medications in food and will eat around it or spit it out! Nothing is more frustrating than finding the pill still in the bowl when they’re done; however, we compiled a list of our favorite tips to give Fido their meds while decreasing parents’ stress! Beforehand, check the medication instructions and whether it’s safe to take with food, and always consult with your Vet.
Put Meds in Their Food
If your pet eats quickly out of their bowl, typically, they won’t notice if you make a small addition. However, slower or pickier dogs tend to notice the pill and eat around it. To avoid this, mask the medication with peanut butter or cheese to blend into the food, or consider a pill pocket.
Pill Pockets
Greenies Pill Pockets are the most popular choice on Amazon, with over 33,000 raving reviews! They come in various flavors, like chicken, hickory smoke, or peanut butter, for Fido and are veterinary-recommended due to all-natural ingredients and nutrients. Pet parents place the pill inside, pinch the top of the pocket, and give it to their pet! Using a pill pocket or DIY by wrapping the pill in cheese is the most effective method, as it masks the look and taste of the medication.
Flavored Medicines
Ask your Veterinarian if their medication is available for a compounded liquid option; usually, antibiotics will have this choice. Some prescriptions can be compounded to add flavor, so it goes down easier for Fido.
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