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My dog is limping. Are there safe OTC anti-inflammatory meds for dogs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered

My pup is limping and lifting his right front arm ... still walking and trying to run and jump but barking a lot and limping is there any over the counter anti inflammatory med for him... he is very active and playful with my other dog I'm pretty sure he sprained it running in the yard

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 27th, 2017

There are no over the counter pain killers/anti inflammatories that are safe for dogs unfortunately, keep him rested as much as possible, if it doesn't get better within a couple days- take him to the vet in order to get it checked and treated.

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