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My dog is in pain. Can I give her Tylenol or ibuprofen for relief?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 15 lbs

My dog is hurt can I give her infant Tylenol or ibuprofen she is a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Chihuahua she is 5 years old

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on April 8th, 2017

I'm sorry that Moo-moo is hurt! Unfortunately, both ibuprofen and Tylenol are toxic to dogs, so you cannot give her either of these medications. There are no over-the-counter human pain medications that are safe for dogs, so I'm afraid that you will need to take her to the vet for an exam - he/she can prescribe a safe and effective pain medication for her if needed.

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    Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

    Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

    Published on March 16th, 2017

    Both of these medications are toxic to dogs, so please do not give either of them to Shadow. Unfortunately, there are no over-the-counter human pain medications that are safe to give, so if you think he needs pain medication, you will need to take him to the vet for an exam - he/she can prescribe a safe and effective veterinary drug for Shadow if needed.

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