Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Will Enrofloxacin for UTI affect my 7-month-old puppy's growth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 7 months and 1 day old | 16 lbs

My 7 month old terrier mix 16 lbs was prescribed Enrofloxacin, is this medication detrimental to his growth? He has been on it for 3 days now for a UTI.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 27th, 2017

Enrofloxacin is a safe antibiotic to give Flip and it will not be detrimental to his growth. While it is a fluoroquinolone, it is not recommended to give to puppies under six months of age due to the effects on the growth of a puppy. Because he is over six months of age, it is fine to give to him :-)

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored