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Want to know if it is safe to give your dog prednisone? Petco has the answers to this and other pet medication questions!
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Stay away from giving your dog human pain medications which are toxic to pets.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Galliprant is a pain relief medication to treat inflammation related to osteoarthritis in dogs. Order from Petco and save when you schedule Repeat Delivery.
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Hello. You can wean her off the pred onto the Metacam , or you can add additional pain medications such as tramadol or gabapentin. I, personally do not like long-term prednisone because of the possibility of side effects, but even Metacam can cause some issues. Regardless of what you & your veterinarian choose for Sydney, make sure periodic blood work is run to pick up any early signs of problems. Thank you for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I am sorry to hear about your dog! Unfortunately a veterinarian cannot legally prescribe you pain medication without examining your dog within the past year, so we cannot prescribe any medication through our online service. I would look into finding out if there is a low cost option for veterinary services in your area, such as a humane society or APL/APA. You can look for more resources on affording veterinary care at https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/having-trouble-affording-veterinary-care
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! I recommend calling your Vet Monday when they open and ask if they can prescribe either prednisone or a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (like Rimadyl, Dermax, Previcox or Galliparant). Most dogs with back pain and a pinched nerve need some sort of anti-inflammatory. None of the 3 listed medications do anything for inflammation. Try not to give her any human medications. If you think she is in terrible pain bring her to an emergency hospital to be evaluated. Bring the 3 drugs you were dispensed Fri so they can see them. After their exam they can also prescribe other one of the above. I hope this helps and I wish your dog a speedy recovery!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Unfortunately it's illegal for me to tell you as well since I can't see Linda in person. Also, I very strongly caution you about giving her old pain meds. They may be expired, but also she is an older dog and she could have a health condition that means taking steroids is not recommended at all. You could accidentally do serious harm. She will need to see a vet to get more pain medications. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/finan
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Great question! No, you absolutely CANNOT give a steroid (prednisone) at the same time as a NSAID (Metacam). This is a very big no-no! This can cause huge, life-threatening side effects. He can take a muscle relaxant and/or an opiate along with the steroid. You should also you vet about these medications as they are prescription medications. All these medications work synergistically together. You should also consider acupuncture. It works wonders for these injuries. Hope this helps. Best wishes.
Updated on September 24th, 2025