My dog is restless, shaking head, vomiting. Should I give Benadryl?

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My dog suddenly woke up and became restless. Started scurrying around the room, kept shaking his head, one ear looks lower than the other, he vomited once, and also keeps rubbing his snout and the sides of his face on the floor. Should I give him Benadryl to calm him down or does this sound more serious? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 70 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, you can try to give him some Benadryl to see if it helps to calm him. If he is 70 pounds then he needs three (3) of the human 25 mg capsules. I know it sounds like a lot but that is the correct dosage. Dogs metabolize this drug very quickly, hence the higher dose. If 30-45 minutes after you give it, he is still acting strangely, you should get him to a vet ASAP for an exam.

My dog is restless, shaking head, vomiting. Should I give Benadryl?

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