Can I give my Shih Tzu human cough syrup? What's a safe dose?

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How much cough syrup can a shih-tzu size dog take. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 16 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there! Asher is very cute :) Many human cough syrups have ingredients that are dangerous for dogs, so we don't recommend giving them unless your veterinarian has recommended a specific product and given you a dosage to use. There are many things that can cause coughing in dogs, and treatment will depend on what the underlying problem is. Because of this, if Asher is coughing enough that you feel he needs medication, I would recommend taking him to the vet for an exam. He/she can listen to his heart and lungs, and may recommend chest x-rays or other testing if needed to help diagnose the problem. If he has a condition that cough syrup would be useful for, your vet will recommend a specific product to use, or may prescribe a cough syrup specifically for dogs if necessary.

Can I give my Shih Tzu human cough syrup? What's a safe dose?

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