{"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":"2025-08-08T15:23:14","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T19:23:14","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><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a human and pet medicine belonging to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, act as hormones to reduce inflammation in the body due to conditions such as allergies, lymphoma, immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, intervertebral disk disease, lupus, Addison\u2019s disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. 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Some dogs may receive higher doses of prednisone, while others can get lower doses, depending on their health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf prednisone is being used as an anti-inflammatory, it is given at doses of 0.5 mg-1 mg\/kg per day,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rspragley\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ray Spragley, DVM, CVA, CCRT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zendogvet.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zen Dog Veterinary Care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in New York. \u201cIf prednisone is being used as an immunosuppressant, it is given at doses of 2\u20134 mg\/kg per day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dwight-andrew-alleyne-56554980\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dwight Alleyne, DVM<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a veterinarian advisor for <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/betterpet.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Betterpet.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Marietta, Georgia, several factors affect a dog\u2019s dosage of prednisone, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-existing health conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall health status<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current medications\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a chart of the varying prednisone dosages for dogs by body weight. Please note that this chart is an anti-inflammatory dose and does not include health conditions that could alter your dog\u2019s dosage of this veterinary drug.<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-for-dogs-dosage-chart-by-weight\"><span class=\"title\">Prednisone for dogs dosage chart by weight<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Weight (lbs)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Dosage (mg) by mouth\/oral tablet<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5\u201320<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.25\u20135 mg<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20\u201340<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5\u201310 mg<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40\u201380<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10\u201320 mg<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">80\u2013160<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20\u201340 mg<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medi-vet.com\/Prednisone-20mg-Tablet-p\/10683.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medi-Vet.com<\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-side-effects-in-dogs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone side effects in dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like most medications, prednisone comes with a few side effects that pet parents should be aware of. According to the American Kennel Club, the most common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/prednisone-for-dogs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects of prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in dogs may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased thirst and urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased hunger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lethargy (tiredness)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dogs taking prednisone for a chronic condition will likely be on the prescription drug long-term to manage symptoms. However, according to the American Kennel Club, long-term use of prednisone can increase a dog&#8217;s risk of kidney disease, Cushing\u2019s disease, or diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dog is experiencing many side effects, Dr. Spragley says that a veterinarian may prescribe the medication at a lower dose.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your dog is taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), let your veterinarian know before using prednisone. Drug interactions like these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rheumatology.org\/patients\/prednisone-deltasone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may increase<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the risk of stomach ulcers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"overdose-of-prednisone-in-dogs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overdose of prednisone in dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, dogs can overdose on prednisone if they\u2019re given more than the required dosage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Dr. Spragley, the signs of prednisone overdose can include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black, tarry stools<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf any of these signs are present, you should contact your primary veterinarian or call animal poison control,\u201d Dr. Spragley adds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also contact <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA\u2019s Animal Poison Control<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 888-426-4435 during emergency situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure of the exact dosage for your dog, please contact your veterinarian before giving them prednisone to avoid an overdose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-giving-your-dog-prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for giving your dog prednisone<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/hospitals\/pharmacy\/consumer-clinical-care-guidelines-animals\/giving-your-dog-oral-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tips for giving oral prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your dog:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call your dog in a cheery voice and bring them into a corner of a room with their back facing the corner to prevent them from backing away from you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use one hand to grasp your dog\u2019s muzzle from above, positioning your hands so that your fingertips are at the corner of their mouth on one side and your thumb at the corner of your mouth on the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While gently tipping your dog\u2019s head back with their chin pointing upward, squeeze behind the dog\u2019s upper teeth with your fingers. With your other hand, gently push the dog\u2019s lower teeth to further open the jaw.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quickly place the prednisone tablet as far back in the mouth as possible. Avoid putting your hand too far into their mouth, as this could lead to gagging or choking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your dog\u2019s head and wrap your fingers around their muzzle to keep their mouth closed. You can also rub or blow on your dog\u2019s nose to stimulate swallowing if needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, you may need to taper or decrease your dog\u2019s prednisone dosage. \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 If you taper off too quickly, your dog may experience the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/inflammatory-bowel-disease\/expert-answers\/prednisone-withdrawal\/faq-20057923\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">following symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trembling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, if you don\u2019t taper properly for a chronic condition, it could cause recurring symptoms to flare up. Your vet will typically give you instructions on how to taper prednisone dosage for dogs. It can take several days to be fully eliminated from your dog\u2019s system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/resources\/pet-meds\"><strong>Discount pet meds &amp; resources<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prednisone is a human and pet medicine belonging to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, act as hormones to reduce inflammation in the body due to conditions such as allergies, lymphoma, immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, intervertebral disk disease, lupus, Addison\u2019s disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. 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