Nedda, that is exactly how I do it. There are a few things I have learned over the years. The more solution the more likely your dog can aspirate SO, mix all meds with half the amt of liquid, and give half as much each time. Same dose of meds but half the amt of liquid.
Pills have been a biggie for me. Recently, I discovered something that I must have had my head, well, somewhere else. I cut the tab into a few pieces. Offer the dog a taste of NutriStat FROM THE TUBE. Then, while she is excited and yumming it down, stick a piece of pill, squirt and repeat til the amount is given. The sulfonamides are terrible tasting and we have a formulary that will formulate the meds into tasty liquids/syrups---tuna, beef, chicken and so on. It is expensive but worth it..
These might not work for every med but for most..I am amazed at the strength in the neck and jaw muscles of these beasties when we try to give them "those things".. |