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Next to expressing their anal glands, having to give dogs medication is probably one of the least-loved aspects of pet ownership. But you can put aside your fears of losing a finger or two, or poor Fido choking on a pill the size of a blimp. These tips will help make this challenging job easier.

 
When your veterinarian gives you a prescription, you should ask if it is available in a chewable form, which will make things much less stressful for both you and your pooch. If it isn’t, ask your vet to demonstrate how to administer the pill or liquid.

Veterinarian Janet Tobiassen-Crosby recommends that you also ask your vet if the pill can be given with food, if there are any restrictions on the types of food with which it can be given, and if the pill can be cut or crushed (some must be left whole).

If the pill can be taken with food, you can try one of the following methods. (more…)