Benadryl has some efficacy in the prevention of motion sickness in dogs and as a mild sedative, but the effects are not the same as with people. Some dogs and cats can actually have the opposite reaction to Benadryl, causing hyperactivity instead of sedation. 21 июл. 2021 г.
How much Benadryl can I give my dog to sedate?
The usual dosage is about 1 mg per pound, two to three times daily. Veterinarians often recommend that people start with a half dose to see how much it sedates the dog the first time.
Can I use Benadryl to sedate my dog?
Benadryl may be a good dog sedative for car travel, as it also helps with mild car sickness. Dry mouth or an increased heart rate are fairly common side effects. Rarely, some dogs will have an atypical response and be excitable rather than sedate.
What can I give my dog to sedate them?
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
How long does it take for Benadryl to make a dog sleepy?
It will usually take 30 minutes for Benadryl to take full effect, and you want your pup calm and anxious-free. In terms of what form of Benadryl, that's entirely up to your vet. It doesn't really matter if you use the brand name medication or not.
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