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My dog ate ibuprofen and has loose stool. Is a vet visit necessary?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Labrador | Female | spayed | 6 months and 18 days old | 61 lbs

My 6 month old lab who weighs 61 pounds ate 250 mg of ibuprofen about 14 hours ago. I noticed that she just had some loose stool. Do I need to take her to the vet or can I just keep and eye on her and treat her at home. She’s still eating and drinking and playing and running around like she normally does.

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Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2018

Hi. Poor luna. Luckily, It does not appear she got a toxic dose. This will most likey not cause any cinical signs. If she ate more then that, I would definitely take her in to the ER. If you notice any other signs, please call or go to the ER

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