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Can I put my dog to sleep to cut his hair?

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Created: 2022-05-07 05:21:10

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No groomer should administer sedatives to your dog unless a vet prescribed the drug for that particular animal. Doing so is in breach of the law!


Can you sedate a dog to groom them?

Trazodone can both sedate a dog and relieve anxiety. This is a good dog sedative for grooming, veterinary visits, thunderstorms/fireworks, and other short-term stressful events.

What can I give my dog to sedate him?

DrugDoseGabapentin10-20 mg/kg (upper end of dose in very hard to handle dogs, lower end of dose in geriatric patients)MelatoninBy weight:<5 kg – 1 mg5-15 kg – 1.5 mg15-50 kg – 3 mg>50 kg – 5 mgTrazodone5 mg/kg

What to do if your dog won't let you cut their hair?

Usually, dogs are just scared of unfamiliar places and faces, so familiarising him with his surroundings can help. If this doesn't work to calm Roby down, try playing some music to relax him. Many things may cause stress, so try playing some music to lighten the mood. Lastly, let him play for a while before grooming.

How can I sedate my dog over the counter?

Many over-the-counter options are available for mild anxiety, including:1nutritional supplements like L-theanine, melatonin, or s-adenosyl-methionine.2synthetic pheromone preparations (e.g., dog appeasing pheromone or DAP)3body wraps that provide reassuring pressure.Sedatives for Dogs: How and When to Use Them Safely | PetMD

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