...give my dog benadryl for itchy paws?

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Question by juan
Submitted on 11/3/2003
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can i give my dog benadryl for itchy paws?

Answer by honey
Submitted on 1/10/2004
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I'd like to know too

Answer by Rachel
Submitted on 3/26/2004
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Yes, you can give benadryl to dogs. Dosage is 10 mg for dogs under 30lbs, 25mg for dogs 30-50lbs, and 50mg for dogs over 50lbs. I hope this helps you dogs!

Answer by sunnychoices
Submitted on 4/24/2004
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how many times a day can you give the benadryl

Answer by jandkds
Submitted on 5/15/2004
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If you can give benedryl for itchy paws, will it also work for a very runny nose in a dog?

Answer by Always
Submitted on 7/14/2004
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According to my vet, Benadryl can be given for a runny nose twice a day. Our dogs itchy paws have gotten better after washing them in water with Epsom salt in it.

Answer by Carol
Submitted on 8/9/2004
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My dog was itching badly and there was no fleas, red marks, hot spots etc. When she would scratch she would pull hair out on her foot and lose it on the carpet. She was miserable and so were we. We gave her a Benadryl a day and that stopped her problem.

Answer by Ida Hasson
Submitted on 8/14/2004
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My puppy sneezes alot? Doesn't have a fever and has a healthy appetite. His eyes water also. He sleeps with me in an air-conditioned room. Could this be a problem? Can I give him benedryl?

Answer by christy626
Submitted on 8/16/2004
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Benedryl dosage is 1-2mg per lb.

Answer by b
Submitted on 8/19/2004
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Sulfodene shampoo also works great for itchy paws (or itchy anything). It is available at WalMart for about $3-$4.

Answer by DaaBree
Submitted on 8/23/2004
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That's cool. Is this reliable information. I don't want to kill poor Kira

Answer by esimps
Submitted on 11/10/2004
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I too have a poodle with allergy problems. I haven't had much such with the Benadryl, but the thing that has changed our lives is changing his food. I never would have thought of it--he was being fed high-quality Eukanuba. What I use now is Nutro Natural Choice Lamb and Rice. Within two weeks, the incessant itching of his ears and feet (he used to lick them raw) has completely gone away. I highly recommend it.

Answer by Dr Danny
Submitted on 3/14/2005
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the dosage info given a few answers up is partly incorrect. The dosage should actually be 1mg per lb. So a 13lb dog would receive 13mg of benadryl up to 2 times in a 24 hour period. A 150lb dog would receive 150mg's up to twice in a 24 hour period.

Answer by audone
Submitted on 7/9/2005
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My Daschund is preganet and has hives can I give her Benadryl

Answer by annamae
Submitted on 7/14/2005
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thanks for this info. Our dog is suddenly itchy round her nose, rubbing it on the carpet, and pawing to scratch it. We are about to try it.

Answer by April
Submitted on 1/7/2006
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believe it or not theirs alot of common things we use for are own well being that can be used for our pets too. however, always check with you vet before giving anything to your furry little friends and keep a close eye on them for at least an hour and notify your vet emidetly if something is not right.

Answer by genjon1
Submitted on 2/16/2006
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I called my vet today to see if I could give my dog benadryl for flea allergies. The vet asked me how much she weighed. 11 lbs and she is 9 yrs old. The vet said I could give her 11mg a day.

Answer by Mandy
Submitted on 5/26/2006
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Hi there , my 100 lb mastiff/pit has atopic dermatitis :( We have been spending over $400 bucks a mos. for his meds. (cyclosporine) Thats the generic for atopica , he is worth every penny however I have a brand new baby and its getting tough, anyways I am wondering if there is a less expensive alternative that anyone knows of.Somebody said try benadryl, Please let me know. Thank you in advance!!

Answer by Brandi05
Submitted on 6/23/2006
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How much children benadryl do you give a 9# poodle? Itchy feet and biting.Also how often?I was told a half tab a day ,but I can`t remember if they said twice a day.

Answer by jesswithproblems
Submitted on 8/25/2005
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Will Benadryl work if your dog has open wounds???

Answer by I love my dog
Submitted on 9/10/2005
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I love my dog so much that I give her benadryl to calm her. She is just a year old now and WILD. She does have the itchy paws too but I find that the benadrly keeps her managable in the apartment.

Answer by Dog Lover
Submitted on 12/14/2005
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will benadryl help if the dog is sneezing and if the eyes get watery?

Answer by laura
Submitted on 12/24/2005
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my dog suffers from itchy paws i feel i have tried everything bathing them in salty water after walks, changing her diet, covering her feet with socks, little boots but she still chews them my vet gave me a spray for them that is supposed to taste disgusting well she didnt think so any other suggestions.

Answer by Adam
Submitted on 3/17/2006
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My vet said yes.

Answer by Tiffiney
Submitted on 4/10/2006
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can i give it to my dog for dermatitis??

Answer by klouder
Submitted on 5/11/2006
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My dog has a sore on her nose that she keeps breaking open. I believe it's because it's itching. Will benadryl help with the itching?

Answer by johnny
Submitted on 5/21/2006
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benadryl

Answer by nemo
Submitted on 6/25/2006
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i give 50 mg to my labs when they get bad mosquito bites around the eyes.

Answer by nails
Submitted on 7/4/2006
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my dog hates the fireworks. can benadryl help with that also? same doses?

Answer by Lee
Submitted on 7/18/2006
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Hi, My dog is always itching his nose, it worries me.

Answer by heapal
Submitted on 8/8/2006
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my stepmums golden retriever is allergic to fabric softener and bites her paws when shes in contact with clothes. She had injections from the vet but they didn't help so my stepmum has started giving her child doses of piriton and it has worked wonders!

Answer by Gotaro
Submitted on 8/8/2006
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Please make sure your Benadryl is pure Diphenhydramine. There are some Benadryls that contain other ingredients that may be lethal for dogs! And some that do not contain any Diphenhydramine at all!

Answer by Isabel
Submitted on 10/5/2006
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My understanding is that a common symptom of food allergies is itchy paws...you may want to have your vet rule that out before you use the "Benadryl band-aid!!"

Answer by MsKarenToo
Submitted on 11/12/2006
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Will Benadryl also work for Hot Spots....or do you know any home remedy that does work?

Answer by andrea
Submitted on 4/15/2007
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itchy paws and skin isnt always external allergy related...a lot of people dont know that corn in dog food, as well as sometimes wheat, can cause many problems such as itchy skin, paw chewing, ear infections, hyperactivity and many other issues. your solution could be as simple as switching to a food without corn. there are a lot of very affordable options, diamond naturals, nutro, natures recipe...do your dog a favor and at least try it! dog food is so important!!!

Answer by KAT
Submitted on 4/17/2007
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YES, I HAVE AND IT WORKS AND THEY ARE STILL ALIVE AND BREATHING BETTER HA!

Answer by ng34
Submitted on 4/25/2007
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I used ivory bar soap on my poodles feet seemed to stop itch and also kills fleas.Dries the skin but does really work

Answer by Buddy
Submitted on 5/27/2007
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Also, if you pet suffers from anything else that causes them to itch you can give about a 40 lbs. dog 1 tsp. It's better to give your dog a smaller dosage at first to see their initial reaction to the amount.

Answer by jlisbon
Submitted on 7/1/2007
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will it work for hot spots caused by allergies