My dog won't take her pill and bites. Can I hide it in ice cream?

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Our dog Snowden was taken to the vet today. They gave her pain medication. We cannot get her to take the pain pill. I have tried putting it in her favorite foods, she refuses to eat. Can I put the pill in ice cream? Please help me give my dog her pills! I can't put it in her mouth, she bites! Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 16 years and 7 months old | 80 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. If Snowden likes ice cream, then yes, definitely use this as a treat. If she refuses the ice cream with the pill, you can try crushing the pill & mixing it into something liquid ( like melted ice cream ). Use a syringe or small baster, pull back a little on the corner of her lips on one side & squirt in. I would also try jarred meat based baby food. Many dogs like this. Good luck & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog won't take her pill and bites. Can I hide it in ice cream?

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