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What antacid can I give my dog for occasional GERD flare-ups?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 3 years and 5 months old | 12 lbs

What is the best antacid to give to my 11lb Chihuahua X for his occassional GERD flare ups? Preferably something I can ask my vet for or buy wholesale specifically for canine use.

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Answered By Juliana, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 13th, 2017

Pepcid-ac (generic = famotidine) can be used. You can ask your veterinarian for a specific dose recommendation for Zeus (we're not allowed to recommend specific doses since we haven't actually examined your pup).

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