Can I give my dog human pain meds like Tylenol for a sore shoulder?

Please do not give Luna any paracetamol. It contains acetaminophen which has a very narrow margin of safety and can be toxic to dogs. Unfortunately many human pain relievers are toxic to dogs, and it's not recommended to give to them. Getting her into the vet tomorrow is the best idea, and I would rest her until then. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to potty on a lead only and bring her right back in when she's done. If she is having trouble standing up, help her when she gets up. Good luck!

I would not recommend giving this medication to Blackie. I would recommend having him checked by your vet and letting your vet make a recommendation for the appropriate pain medication. If Blackie has other issues going on certain pain medications can be contraindicated. The acetaminophen in this drug you were asking about could be potentially harmful to his liver and may not work as effectively as other drugs that are labeled for dogs. I hope you can get him feeling better soon. Best of luck.

Do not give him any over the counter human pain relievers as they can be toxic to dogs. He should be examined by a vet to treat any problems that he is having. He may need an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory and your vet can prescribe the right medications to treat his problems.

No, I am afraid all of these have severe risks of toxicity for dogs and cats which is why we have specifically developed medications for dogs, such as carprofen or meloxicam, or deracoxib or similar. NSAIDs for humans can cause liver and kidney damage in dogs. Please consult your veterinarian for antiinflammatories for your dog.. There are also cheaper generic formulations than then usual name brand.

No, Tylenol is never safe to give to dogs. It contains acetaminophen which is toxic to dogs. Please do not give this to Deuce. I would have him seen by a vet if he's limping. The vet can diagnose what is causing the pain and limping, and can prescribe safe pain medication for him. I hope this helps!

I would not recommend giving Sierra acetaminophen - it's true that this medication is occasionally used for certain problems in dogs, but it has the potential to cause serious toxicity issues. It is off-label use and can only be given by prescription from a veterinarian. It's also not safe to use in dogs with any kind of liver or kidney issues, so blood work would always be recommended in an older dog prior to giving any kind of drug like this. If Sierra is crying, I would really recommend taking her to a vet today if at all possible to find out what's wrong - treatment recommendations will depend on what the underlying problem is, and I'm afraid that there are no over-the-counter human pain medications that are safe for use in dogs. Your vet can do a thorough exam as well as blood work or x-rays if needed to help determine what's wrong and prescribe appropriate medication to treat the problem depending on what is found.

Poor Teddy! Do not give him tylenol or any other human pain medication. Dog's livers are different than ours and human pain medications can potentially cause liver (or kidney) damage. If he is in enough pain to need pain medication, then he needs to be examined by the veterinarian for pet safe pain medication. Since Teddy can't talk, only a physical exam will be able to determine the source of the lameness. Just like people, the pain/limping can be related to many causes including a ligament tears, soft tissue injury or even a hair line fracture. If Teddy will not bear weight on the foot, he needs to be examined today. if Teddy will walk on it and is only limping, you may try strict rest for a few days (no walks, running, jumping or stairs). You can apply a cool (not cold) compress to the area you think is the cause of pain for 5 minutes every hour. A gentle massage can also help if Teddy seems to enjoy it. If Teddy does not improve after a few days or if he gets worse, have him examined by the veterinarian. He may need radiographs and the doctor will determine this based on the exam. I hope your pup starts feeling better quickly and please feel free to post any additional questions.