My dog was bitten. Is aspirin safe for her pain and soreness?

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My dachshund got attacked by a boxer and suffered a bite near her cheek bone just below the eye. I cleaned it with peroxide and the bleeding stopped fairly quickly, but she is sore. Can I give her aspirin to help her feel better, and if so, how much and what kind (enteric or regular). She weighs 14 pounds. Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Female | spayed | 16 years and 4 months old | 14 lbs

Debi Matlack · Accepted Answer

I don’t recommend starting any medications without first consulting your veterinarian. Treating your pet at home without having seen your vet first could mask symptoms that could lead to a quicker diagnosis should it become necessary for your pet to be examined. Arbitrary administration of antibiotics without knowing if it is appropriate for the condition is what creates antibiotic-resistant organisms. Absolutely DO NOT give your dog Tylenol, or any other human analgesic or NSAID. At best, they cause gastric bleeding, at worst they are toxic to liver and kidneys. Consult your veterinarian before giving your dog medications of any kind.

My dog was bitten. Is aspirin safe for her pain and soreness?

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