How much Zyrtec can I give my dog a day?

The amount of zyrtec that can safely be given to your pet will vary based on your dog’s size, breed, sex, and age. Since dogs metabolize drugs differently, one dog may need far less than another dog to experience the same effect.

For example, while a small dog may safely receive 10 mg of Zyrtec per day, a larger dog might need only 5 mg.

How much Zyrtec can you give your dog a day?

The maximum safe dose for dogs is 10mg. However, symptoms can occur at lower doses so it’s always best to start with a lower dose and gradually increase the amount, monitoring your dog for any negative reactions. It’s also important to give your dog the medication at the same time every day to ensure they’ll be in a normal sleep cycle.

How much Zyrtec can my dog take a day?

There are no specific recommendations for how much Zyrtec a dog can safely take in a day. Our vets recommend that you never exceed the recommended dose of a dog's normal dose to prevent potential side effects. Since dogs metabolize this drug differently than people, it's difficult to determine an appropriate safe dose for pets.

How much do you give your dog Zyrtec a day?

Most dogs should be given a daily dose of 25 mg or 50 mg of Zyrtec orally every 24 hours. When you start giving your dog Zyrtec, start with a lower dose and increase the dose every two weeks to the recommended dose. You can also give Zyrtec to puppies at any age as long as the pet has been dewormed within the last month.

How much Zyrtec can my dog take a day

The maximum dose of Zyrtec for dogs is 10 mg/kg of body weight, which is equal to 0.5 mL of the oral suspension per 65 lb. of your dog’s weight. For example, a 150-pound dog would need to take 0.5 mL of the oral suspension, or about 16 mL. A 10 mg/kg dose is the maximum. If your dog is larger, you should not exceed this dose.