{"id":627642,"date":"2024-04-02T10:06:02","date_gmt":"2024-04-02T14:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627642"},"modified":"2026-08-25T14:58:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T18:58:45","slug":"prednisone-dosage-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-dosage-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Prednisone dosage for dogs: What you should know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Prednisone dosage for dogs varies based on the dog\u2019s weight and the condition being treated. It also depends on whether the medication is prescribed to reduce inflammation or suppress the immune system. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\">Prednisone<\/a> belongs to a class of medications called<a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/corticosteroids\"> corticosteroids<\/a>, which are used in both people and animals. 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The two medications are generally considered roughly equivalent in dogs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf prednisone is being used as an anti-inflammatory, it is given at doses of 0.5 mg\u20131 mg\/kg per day,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rspragley\/\">Ray Spragley, DVM, CVA, CCRT<\/a>, the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zendogvet.net\/\">Zen Dog Veterinary Care<\/a> in New York. \u201cIf prednisone is being used as an immunosuppressant, it is given at doses of 2\u20134 mg\/kg per day.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dwight-andrew-alleyne-56554980\/\">Dwight Alleyne, DVM<\/a>, a veterinarian advisor for <a href=\"http:\/\/betterpet.com\/\">Betterpet.com<\/a> in Marietta, Georgia, several other factors affect the prednisone dose for dogs, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Age<\/li>\n<li>Pre-existing health conditions<\/li>\n<li>Overall health status<\/li>\n<li>Current medications\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The chart below shows average total daily oral prednisone doses by body weight. These doses fall within the anti-inflammatory range described above and do not account for health conditions or other factors that may affect a dog\u2019s dosage.\u00a0<\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\" role=\"table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-for-dogs-dosage-chart-by-weight\">Prednisone for dogs dosage chart by weight<\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Weight (lbs)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Average total daily oral dose\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5\u201320<\/td>\n<td>1.25\u20135 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20\u201340<\/td>\n<td>5\u201310 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>40\u201380<\/td>\n<td>10\u201320 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80\u2013160<\/td>\n<td>20\u201340 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medi-vet.com\/Prednisone-20mg-Tablet-p\/10683.htm\">Medi-Vet.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-side-effects-in-dogs\">Prednisone side effects in dogs<\/h2>\n<p>Prednisone can cause side effects, especially at higher doses or with long-term use. According to the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/prednisone-for-dogs\/\"> American Kennel Club<\/a>, common side effects of prednisone in dogs include:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased thirst and urination<\/li>\n<li>Increased hunger<\/li>\n<li>Panting<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Lethargy (tiredness)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some dogs with chronic conditions may need long-term treatment. According to the American Kennel Club, veterinarians may monitor dogs on long-term prednisone for liver or kidney problems, Cushing\u2019s disease, diabetes, infections, and other complications.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If a dog is experiencing troublesome side effects, Dr. Spragley says that a veterinarian may prescribe the medication at a lower dose.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If your dog is taking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\">non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)<\/a>, let your veterinarian know before using prednisone. Drug interactions between prednisone and NSAIDs <a href=\"https:\/\/veterinarypartner.vin.com\/default.aspx?pid=19239&amp;id=4951498&amp;f5=1\">may increase<\/a> the risk of stomach ulcers.<\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-side-effects-in-dogs\/\"><b>Prednisone side effects in dogs: dosage, duration, and tips<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"overdose-of-prednisone-in-dogs\">Overdose of prednisone in dogs<\/h2>\n<p>Dogs can overdose on prednisone if they receive more than the prescribed dose or accidentally ingest multiple tablets.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>According to Dr. Spragley, the signs of prednisone overdose can include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Lack of appetite<\/li>\n<li>Black, tarry stools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cIf any of these signs are present, you should contact your primary veterinarian or call animal poison control,\u201d Dr. Spragley adds. You can contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\">ASPCA\u2019s Animal Poison Control<\/a> at 888-426-4435 during emergencies.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure of the exact dosage for your dog, please contact your veterinarian before giving them prednisone to avoid an overdose.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-giving-your-dog-prednisone\">Tips for giving your dog prednisone<\/h2>\n<p>It can be challenging to get your dog to swallow a pill, especially when they don\u2019t like the taste. Other than hiding prednisone in one of their favorite treats, you can try these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/hospitals\/pharmacy\/consumer-clinical-care-guidelines-animals\/giving-your-dog-oral-medications\">tips for giving oral prednisone<\/a> to your dog:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Call your dog in a cheerful voice and position their back toward the corner of a room.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Gently grasp the muzzle from above and tilt the dog\u2019s head back.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Tip your dog\u2019s head back with the chin pointing upward, squeeze behind the dog\u2019s upper teeth, and gently push the dog\u2019s lower teeth to lower the bottom jaw.<\/li>\n<li>Place the tablet as far back on the tongue as possible without causing gagging.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Close the dog\u2019s mouth and gently rub or blow on the nose to encourage swallowing.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Avoid skipping or doubling up on doses. \u201cIf a dose is missed, it is recommended that the next dose be given at its scheduled time,\u201d Dr. Alleyne explains. Never give two doses at once.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-taper-prednisone-for-dogs\">How to taper prednisone for dogs\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>When it\u2019s time to stop giving your dog prednisone, the veterinarian may taper or reduce the dosage to prevent withdrawal. \u201c[Tapering] could involve either decreasing how frequently the prednisone is given, the actual milligrams of the prednisone given, or a combination of both,\u201d Dr. Alleyne says. \u201cThis is usually done over a two to three-week period or longer, depending on the medical condition being treated.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There is no standard prednisone taper chart for dogs because each schedule is individualized. Long-term or high-dose treatment can reduce the body\u2019s natural corticosteroid production. Stopping abruptly may cause the <a href=\"https:\/\/veterinarypartner.vin.com\/default.aspx?pid=19239&amp;catId=102888&amp;id=12367404\">following symptoms<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lethargy<\/li>\n<li>Weakness<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Trembling<\/li>\n<li>Depression<\/li>\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For chronic conditions, stopping prednisone too quickly may cause symptoms to flare up. Follow your veterinarian\u2019s tapering schedule, as the body may need several days or weeks to resume normal corticosteroid production. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prednisone dosage for dogs varies based on the dog\u2019s weight and the condition being treated. It also depends on whether the medication is prescribed to reduce inflammation or suppress the immune system. Prednisone belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids, which are used in both people and animals. 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