GIVING YOUR DOGS PILLS

Adapted From
www.healthypets.in
Todays Tips-Giving Your Dogs Pills
Giving medication can be difficult for anybody, even your veterinarian. It is one of those skills of pet care that's important to aquire. It is important to give the medication properly, for the prescribed period of time, for pet health.
Step 1
Put the pill between the thumb and the index finger . Hold the upper jaw with the thumb and index finger of the other hand.
Step 2
Fold the upper lip over the teeth as you open the mouth. This will lower the chance of being bitten.
Step 3
Tilt the head upwards. Use your middle finger to slowly open the jaw.
Step 4
Put the pill as far back on the tongue as possible. Immediately close the mouth. Keeping your hand over the mouth.
Step 5
Rub the throat or blow on the nose to encourage swallowing.
Helpful hints
Always read the label instructions.
Ask your veterinarian if the medication can be given with food or must be given on an empty stomach. If it can be given with food, just put the pill into a piece of cheese or balled up spoon of canned food.