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My puppy bites when I give liquid medicine. What's the best way?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 25 days old | 17 lbs

Puppy bites when I try to feed him liquid medicine by a syringe or spoon.

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2017

Unfortunately there is not much you can do about it. Syringe would be better than the spoon. Depending on the medication you could put it on top of food as well. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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