Can I crush my cats antibiotic?

Some cats are clever at finding the tablet buried in food and spitting it out, or just eating the food around the tablet. If it is safe (check with your vet or the instructions that came with the tablets) you may be able to crush the tablet and mix it thoroughly in a small amount of very tasty food.

Can cats eat amoxicillin?

Amoxicillin tablets or capsules may be given inside treats or food to encourage your cat to take it. The suspension may be the easiest way to give amoxicillin, but it is common for them to spit out some of the liquid.

Can you dissolve cat pills in water?

Crush and dissolve a pill in a very small amount of liquid such as tuna juice, chicken broth or even sugar water as cats can’t taste sweet things. You can then deliver the medication by using a syringe (with no needle) or eye dropper.

What do you do when your cat won’t take medicine?

How to Give Medication with Food

1. Mix the pill/liquid into a small amount of your cat’s favorite canned food or other similar treat.
2. Keep any other pets away from their bowl.
3. Keep an eye on them to make sure they eat everything. It’s not uncommon for some cats to try to eat around a pill or spit it out.

What do you do if your cat won’t take pills?

You can encourage swallowing by one of three methods; gently rubbing your cat’s throat, blowing in your cat’s nose, or have a syringe of water ready to go, and dribbling it into the side of your cat’s mouth immediately after placing the pill. Pill Poppers. So neither treats nor hand pilling will work for your cat.

Do you need a prescription for cat antibiotics?

Bottom line: if you think your dog or cat may need pet antibiotics, it’s best to see a vet and get a prescription to keep your pet safe and get them healthy once again. In some cases, your vet may send you to a human pharmacy to pick up the medication. In others, your pet will need a specially formulated Rx.

How much amoxicillin Can I give my cat?

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Cats: The recommended dosage is 50 mg (5–10 mg/lb) once a day. Dosage should be continued for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided.

Is cat amoxicillin the same as human amoxicillin?

“Amoxicillin and other meds are generally the same antibiotics that humans use,” said Dr. Jana Layton with Riverbrook Animal Hospital.

How can I get my cat to swallow a pill?

Quickly close your cat’s mouth, and hold it closed. You can encourage swallowing by one of three methods; gently rubbing your cat’s throat, blowing in your cat’s nose, or have a syringe of water ready to go, and dribbling it into the side of your cat’s mouth immediately after placing the pill.

How do I trick my cat into liquid medicine?

How to Give a Cat Liquid Medicine

1. Hold the top of your cat’s head as for the pilling method, but do not crane their head backwards.
2. Insert the tip of the syringe into one of the corners of their closed mouth.
3. Slowly depress the plunger on the syringe, waiting patiently for them to swallow bits of it as you go.