My dog won't eat after accident. How to give her medications?

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My 9 year old spitz mix was hit by a car 2 days ago. She stayed with the emergency vet over night for observation fluids and oxygen. She has 2 broken ribs and 2 cracked. She won't eat and barley drinks. I'm supposed to be giving her a pain and anti inflammatory every meds every 8 and antibiotics every 12. How can I get her to take anything if she won't eat? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 9 years and 5 months old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It depends what type of pain killers she is taking, as it is every 8 hours i assume it is an opioid which is fine to give even on an empty stomach. antibiotics can also be given on an empty stomach, although not ideal as this can cause nausea. try giving her some boiled chicken, treats or a canned food called a/d from Hills.

My dog won't eat after accident. How to give her medications?

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