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Can I give my 16-pound corgi Chihuahua 10mg of loratadine safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 years and 10 months old | 16 lbs

My corgi Chihuahua is about 16 pounds. Is it ok to give her 10mg of loratadine?

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Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 6th, 2019

That dose is safe. It is not labeled for use in dogs, so I would recommend that you discuss its use in your dog with your veterinarian. However, again there is no known problem with giving your dog that dose. Thanks for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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