Keeping your dog in good health takes a lot of effort, especially as he gets older or was born with any health defects. Determining which kinds of medicines to purchase when your dog has an infection can be quite tricky. Fortunately, by taking the right steps, you can find the proper antibiotic for your dog and hopefully have him back to health in no time.
Instructions
Talk to your vet about your dog's symptoms in order to establish what the underlying cause may be. You may need to take your dog in for a check-up in order to properly determine his infection as well as the severity.
Determine which antibiotics are used for the condition that your dog has. Your vet may be able to help you on this or you can research your dog's condition and check for treatments. It's not uncommon for different antibiotics to be used for different things.
Consider your dog's age, weight, allergies, and breed to determine the correct dosing.
Be sure to check out generics because the prices of generics are usually substantially lower than brand-name medications.
Look into the side effects of each antibiotic you're considering, as well as their interaction with other medications (if your dog is taking any). Choose an antibiotic with less side effects if possible.
Consult a veterinary clinic in order to purchase the antibiotic or call a pet medication delivery store such as 1-800-PET-MEDS to have them delivered to your home.