My dog is in severe pain and can't move. What can I give him?

Unfortunately there are no OTC pain medications you can give Mowgli. Many human ones are toxic to dogs, and can be fatal if given. You need to take him into the vet to get him safe pain medication. Best of luck.

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Unfortunately, there are no safe OTC pain relievers you can give Tuck. Many are toxic to dogs and can fatal if given. He would have received pain relief before he left the hospital, which would be why you were told not to give him the Meloxicam until tomorrow. That being said, however, it's very concerning that he's in a lot of pain. By law, I can't say if it's safe or not for him to have it early, so I would either call the vet who did the surgery to let them know Tuck is in a lot of pain, or I would take him into an ER vet immediately who can prescribe him some safe pain relief.

Unfortunately there are not OTC pain relievers you can give Kira. Many human ones are toxic to dogs and can be fatal to dogs. If she is in a lot of pain, I'd take her into an ER vet now to get her safe pain medications. Best of luck.

Unfortunately there are no safe over the counter pain medications for dogs or cats. If the pain can be located other than in the chest or abdomen, you can cool the area to relieve some pain. If your dog has severe pain you should see an out of hours veterinarian for an exam and a prescription.

Unfortunately, there are no safe OTC pain relievers for dogs. Many are toxic to dogs, and can be fatal if given. Taking Lilly to the vet is the right thing to do, and the vet can prescribe her a safe pain and inflammation reliever, such a Rimadyl.

Unfortunately there are no safe OTC pain relievers you can give Meelo. Many human ones are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. You will have to take him into the vet to get safe pain medications for him, and I recommend taking him into as soon as possible today.