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Is it safe to give my dog honey if they have a URI or a cold?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Can my 9 month old GSD have a teaspoon of honey? She has a URI.

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 3rd, 2017

Yes. Honey is fine to give. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and can help with some of the inflammation and irritation along her respiratory tract (nose and throat). However she should still receive medical treatment through your vet and get on a short course of antibiotics. Most URI's in pets are caused by multimodal bacteria and therefore need antibiotics to clear.

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