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My dog is warm and lazy. Can I give him paracetamol for fever?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

my dog is bit unwell, he is bit warm and lazy. Can i give him paracetamol?

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 8th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question. I would not recommend giving paracetamol. While it can be given in some instances, it has a narrow margin of safety. Your dog appears to be a puppy from your pictures and would not be a good candidate for it. I would recommend he sees his veterinarian. It is best to diagnose the problem so he can receive proper treatment if necessary. In the meantime, encourage him to eat and drink as much as possible. Puppies can easily become dehydrated. I hope this information helps!

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