Trazodone is a drug used in veterinary medicine to treat dogs with behavior problems and high anxiety. This drug was initially used to treat humans, but veterinarians have more recently (in the last 10 years) started prescribing it for their canine patients.
Trazodone is generally prescribed for the management of an underlying behavioral or anxiety disorder. Often, it is combined with other psychotropic medications, although it may be used alone. Trazodone may be used on an ongoing basis or on “as-needed” for certain stressful events.
Trazodone may be prescribed for some dogs to decrease their stress during a visit with their veterinarian. This medication will help ease the severe anxiety some dogs experience and will help increase the chance the veterinarian will be able to complete a full exam, obtain an accurate diagnosis and provide needed treatment.
What is Trazodone?
Trazodone is a serotonin modulator. This drug acts to regulate serotonin levels in the brain, providing mild sedation and anxiety relief.
Trazodone was initially developed in Italy in the 1960s as a treatment for depression in people. The drug did not gain widespread use because it caused sedation in human patients. Over time, dosing recommendations were modified and the drug was then approved for human use in the United States in the 1980s.
Brand names trazodone is sold under for dogs include Desyrel and Oleptro®. While trazodone is not FDA approved for use in animals, veterinarians use it “off-label” as an anti-anxiety drug for canines routinely.
Trazodone is typically supplied as a white tablet and scored down the center so it can be easily split in half. Less commonly, it is supplied in capsule or liquid form.
How Does Trazodone Work When Prescribed for a Dog?
Trazodone works by balancing the level of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, which means it works with nerve cells to send signals to other nerve cells. These nerve cells specifically promote a sense of well-being. Trazodone stabilizes the serotonin level in the brain, so it promotes calm behavior and decreases anxiety in dogs.
How is Trazodone for Dogs Used?
Trazodone is generally prescribed for generalized or situational anxiety but is more often used for situational anxiety because it does provide temporary calming.
Dogs who are fearful or difficult to control in certain situations may benefit from trazodone. In addition, some veterinarians prescribe Trazodone for dogs after surgery. In these situations, Trazodone works to help keep the dog relaxed during the recovery period to allow time for the surgical incisions to heal.
Here are some scenarios where trazodone is commonly prescribed:
- Stress associated with veterinary visits
- Travel anxiety
- Noise phobias (such as thunderstorms, fireworks, etc.)
- Separation anxiety
- Extreme fear of grooming (nail clipping)
- Post-surgical confinement
Side Effects of Trazodone for Dogs
*Note: If you notice any side effects after giving your dog Trazodone, contact your veterinarian.
In general, side effects of trazodone in dogs are rare. The most common side effect is when a dog becomes more lethargic or sedated than expected, but the effect wears off relatively soon. Less commonly, dogs may experience mild anxiety or excitation from the drug.
Possible side effects of trazodone for dogs include:
- Drowsiness/lethargy
- Panting
- Anxiety/pacing
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Changes in appetite
- Increased aggression
Reactions with Other Medications
Trazodone is often combined with other medications to maximize its clinical benefits.
Trazodone is most commonly combined with gabapentin. Gabapentin is a mild sedative and anxiolytic. The combination of these drugs increases the effectiveness of both medications. This combination is often used to treat anxiety. They can be safely combined.
Trazodone should not be combined with certain other drugs. These include:
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), such as fluoxetine
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI), such as selegiline
- Azole antifungal agents, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole or fluconazole
- Certain antibiotics, such as erythromycin or clarithromycin
Trazodone Dosage for Dogs
Trazodone dosage for dogs varies, based upon a number of factors. Like other medications, the recommended dose of trazodone is based on your dog’s weight. Larger dogs will receive a higher dose than smaller dogs.
Trazodone has a relatively wide dosage range. Veterinarians may start a dog’s treatment at the low end of the scale and then increase if a higher dose is needed. If you feel your dog’s dose needs to be adjusted, contact your veterinarian.
If your dog misses a dose, you can give the missed dose at your earliest convenience. Since doses of trazodone should be separated by 8 hours, you may need to delay your dog’s next dose to get back on a consistent schedule.
Cost of Trazodone for Dogs
In general, you can expect to pay $1-$2 per dose, depending on your dog’s size. While some dogs receive a prescription for two to three doses per day on an ongoing basis, most of the time trazodone is prescribed for intermittent use, prior to a high-stress event.
Trazodone Storage
Trazodone should be stored at room temperature in a light-resistant bottle. No other special handling or storage instructions are required.
Final Thoughts
Trazodone will help your dog stay calm and content during stressful situations. When using this mediation, make sure you are doing so under the supervision of your veterinarian as there may be unwanted side effect. If your dog suffers from anxiety, you may want to talk with your veterinarian about prescribing trazodone for your dog so they will be calm and less anxious in stressful situations.
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My dog receives trazadone on as needed basis. He is a rescue dog that was caged for 8 months never had interaction with anyone but previous owner there is times when he will attempt to attack myself and my husband when he is redirected to something he does want to do he has not Bitten anyone but he growls and shows his teeth he barks at any noise he hears. He is a shih tzu I am going to attempt to give him a small dose of the medydaily. When he receives it he is a very calm dog.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Sherry. Glad the medication is helping. Thanks for stopping by the Canine Campus blog!
My dog was given trazodone after a surgical procedure at 100 mg. once a day as needed. He is doing very well now.
I’m glad to hear the medication helped your dog. Thanks for sharing your experience on the Canine Campus blog and please visit again!
My dog received a 50 mg for a Westie that weights 30 pounds, the worst reaction ever I have seen in my dog, he couldn’t breathe, coughing and very uncomfortable, was given for fireworks for the 4th of July and it was my worst night ever…. I will not be using Trazodone ever again… I almost killed him.. he’s fine now.
I’m sorry you had that experience with your dog, Sandra. Be sure to let your veterinarian know your dog’s reaction so they can make a note of it. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your experience with the Canine Campus community!
Why did this happen? I have a Rescue who is three years old that has separation anxiety. It seems like he’s breathing very heavily when I use it gave him one dose 50 mg this is coming from somebody who just lost her boxer after 10 years and struggling with cardiomyopathy for four years she passed away at 10 years old now this is my new boxer. That’s three years old. He has separation anxiety. He is getting neutered on June 1. I’m not sure that’s going to help a bunch he was probably used for a breeding machine, but I’m worried about how fast he is breathing when I give this to him
Be sure to let your vet know your dog’s symptoms before continuing to give your dog the medication.
My dog receives trazodone as well. But it’s only for travel and noise anxiety. My spouse recently went on a trip with our Shihtzu Bichon mix fur baby and got into really bad accident. Thank god the both of them were okay. Our little BamBam however, suffers from really bad anxiety in the car. Any little bump or acceleration he feels he goes crazy and will not sit still. Our veterinarian prescribed this medication and it’s definitely heaven sent. He’s so calm and relaxed now just as he was before the the accident ever happened. I’m happy that he’s able to enjoy car rides again! 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing your and BamBam’s experience. I appreciate you stopping by the Canine Campus blog!
Our dog developed generalized anxiety in her old age and was prescribed fluoxetine (generic for Prozac) and Trazodone to allow her to relax, instead of the shaking-pawing-must-run-away-crazy that she was going through. The medications work beautifully! Trazodone makes her very calm, but over 3 years and since we’re all home now we’ve been able to cut the trazodone from 3 doses per day to just overnight. (Fluoxetine is a must. That one stays.) I would like to reserve it for only high-stress situations. We have not seen any real side effects of the drug except maybe increased thirst, and a human friend reports that trazodone does dry out the mouth. This combination of drugs has been a lifesaver for our baby girl, who we would have had to put down.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m glad you found something that helped her anxiety. I appreciate you stopping by the Canine Campus blog!
Hi thank you for your information on this medication I just received the medication for my pet who just went through neutering I wanted to know if once he is off of this medication will he develop his anxiety again he is a silk Yorky terrier and he tends to jump a lot he seems to be getting out of his skin at times because he is so anxious what can I do to keep them calm as he is now
Hi and thank you for stopping by the Canine Campus blog. If you have concerns about your dog please contact your veterinarian. I hope your dog does well even after he has completed his medication.
I have puppy sheltie he now 11 months old he is afraid of every little sound he so afraid he won’t go outside to get potty train my vet put him on trazadone25 mg twice a day so far he doing alittle better one day at time thank God that medication works and no side of affects. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m glad you found something to help your pup. I wish you many happy years together! Please stop back by the Canine Campus blog for more helpful dog-related content!
My dog pants heavily on traz and paces.
Be sure to let your vet know of the side effects your dog is exhibiting. Thanks for sharing your experience on the Canine Campus blog.
Hi,
That’s what’s going on with my dog now – extreme panting, pacing, and a sort of wild and staggered gait. She just turned the wrong way when we walked through the front door and kept banging herself into a corner in a panic to get out. This is the first time she’s had this medication – vet suggested it before she gets spayed tomorrow, as she gets very agitated at their office. I think she’s just struggling with this initial feeling of the sedation starting to “take over” and then I hope/expect she will settle into a more relaxed state. Will be sure to let vet know of this reaction regardless.
Am still a fan of trazadone, though, as it was a huge help to my girl Tallulah, who had a really tough time at the vet. It helped her relax into the fun, well-trained, confident dog she was everywhere else.
Thank you for sharing your experiences with Trazodone for your dogs. It does seem each dog has their own reaction to the medication; it is so important to let you veterinarian know about your dog’s response. Thanks for visiting the Canine Campus blog – hope to see you again soon!
Mine as well. She is a 60lb cane corso pup, and was given this after her spay. She breathes very heavy ans seems more anxious on the medication 150mg. This is her last dose I hope she hangs in there tonight bc i cannot stand to see her go through this. i woudl say my trazodone experience is not positive bc she does not have anxiety so it did not provide relief it was just to sedate after surgery. Not a fan.
I have a long haired German Shepard that has major separation anxiety and was not socialized well growing up due to the onset of Covid. He is just over 2 years old now. We use Trazodone on an as needed basis as well. It truly helps. We keep plenary of water handy as he drinks a lot while on it, and I notice he pants more.
Dee, thank you for sharing your experience. So glad you make sure your dog stays hydrated and you help him with his anxiety! Please come back and visit the Canine Campus blog again soon!
Hi, My dog (100 lbs) has been prescribed 5 – 100 mg Trazodone pills + 4 – 300 mg Gabapentin pills to take before his next vet appointment for an ear examination.
He would not let the vet look in his ears – even with a muzzle on so we understand the sedation.
But this seems like an awful high dose.
When I enquired of the receptionist she looked at the paperwork and said, ‘we want him knocked out’.
I’m very concerned about this. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your experience on the Canine Campus blog. We are not veterinarians and cannot comment on medication dosage. If you’re concerned, perhaps it would be worth it to get a second opinion from another veterinarian. I hope your dog’s ears are better and he is feeling well.
My dog was taken by a neighbor gone over two weeks, ended up in the Humane Society, they gave him Trazodone, who is this dog, his cough is faint, and he acts weird, somebody help me
I’m sorry to hear your dog has been through such a hard time. Have you taken your dog to his regular veterinarian? Perhaps care by a licensed veterinarian can help your dog heal. I hope your dog is feeling better already!
Our vet prescribed this for our rescue border collie / lab mix for use with her anxiety during fireworks and thunderstorms. So, we just give it to her on July 4th, knowing what is going to happen. The problem is when you can’t predict thunderstorms. So, when one hits and we give her the medication, it doesn’t seem to be as effective because she is already ramped up. Can you tell me how long it takes to work and if there is a difference in its effect if it is given during the stressor rather than ahead of a predicted stressor?
Thanks
I recommend you pose these questions to your veterinarian. There are many factors involved in dosing and how long medications take to start working, including the size and age of your dog. One suggestion – when you talk to your veterinarian perhaps ask if there is another approach you can take when it comes to thunderstorms due to how unpredictable the weather can be. For example, some vets recommend calming aids that start working in 30 minutes and continue to work for 4 hours. Thank you for stopping by the Canine Campus and I hope your veterinarian can help you figure out how best to help your pup.
I have an 11lb Yorkie, 13 years old and just recovering from dental surgery. Trazodone at 2.5 ml per pound,my dog is unable to walk without falling. After 12 hours, still stumbling and walking directly into objects, including walls. In addition to vision and balance issues, he’s having a real hard time acknowledging my voice and have to resort to clapping loudly for his attention. Will never use Trazadone in the future.
Best Regards
I’m sorry to hear your Yorkie had such a traumatic experience. Thank you for sharing your experience with us on the Canine Campus blog.
does trazadone affect humans differently than dogs…i ask because my dr prescribed me 50mg for sleep and my vet prescribed 200 mg for my 80 lb pitbull before his next visit…just wondering because i am 200 lbs and my dog is 80 lbs
Hi Daniel – thanks for your question. I suggest you talk with your vet about the differences between humans and dogs in terms of Trazadone dosage. There are many ways human and canine physiology are different so it is very possible our bodies utilize medications differently. Thanks for stopping by the Canine Campus blog – come back soon!
Yes people and dogs metabolize trazodone at different rates. I take 100mg at night as a sleep aid and my 25 mini aussie gets 50mg for fireworks and thunderstorms. And I have been told since she takes it well I can go to 100 within a 24 hour period if needed. For storms if I suspect they will be bad, I give her 25mg early and add more if needed. If I wait until close to storm starting, it takes much longer to have any effect on her.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Annette. It’s great you recognize how to best administer the medication and you found something that works for your Aussie. I hope you’ll visit us again soon!
My dog’s taking this medicine 50 mg and it’s not working
I recommend you contact your veterinarian to discuss why the medicine is not working. Thanks for stopping by the Canine Campus blog!
Can I give my 8 yr old Shith zu trazodone he just got over pancreatitis
It is best to contact your veterinarian before administering any medications to your dog to determine appropriateness and dosage. I hope your dog is feeling better by now!
The pill is huge. Is it okay to break the pill at the scored sections and give in parts?
Yes, it is fine to break the pill into parts and administer in smaller parts. If you’re having trouble getting your dog to take the pills, here is an article that might help. 10 Tips to Get Your Dog to Take Medicine. Thanks for visiting the Canine Campus blog and I hope you stop back by again soon!
My rescued Scottie has severe thunderstorm fear as well as fireworks fear. My vet prescribed this over the weekend and it worked perfectly. I gave it to him at 7:15 & he never heard a thing. He weighs about 20# & the rx is 50mg which freaked me out because that’s what I take, & I’m 115#, so it seemed like WAY too much. No side effects, but I suspect he will sleep all day today. When (if) we next get storms, I will keep an eye on the radar & dose him an hour prior to the storm’s arrival.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Julie. I’m glad your dog is having relief from the medication. Please visit us again soon!
I gave my dog trazodone for a week as prescribed by the vet to keep him calm after his neutering so that his incision would heal and now that he’s healed and I stopped giving it to him he is nonstop hyper, aggressive, bitey. He was like this to begin with and especially when the medication would wear off but now it’s even worse.
Hi Tracy,
Thank you for sharing your experience with trazodone with us here on the Canine Campus blog. I encourage you to contact your veterinarian and let him or her know what happened when you stopped giving your dog the medication. I hope your vet is able to help your dog stop being so hyper, aggressive and bitey.
I wish you all the best.
Our dog has fast onset of laryngeal paralysis and hip arthritis. He is on gabapentin, trazodone, carpeofen and doxepen. He’s on donamaren because he’s high on the liver scale which might be from the cbd he gets with tumeric for shoulder arthritis. Thank goodness we have a vet who’s familiar with Lorenzo’s paralysis and most days our big 12 yr old dog is not great but okay.
Aww thank you for sharing your story. I’m glad you found a vet who’s familiar with your dog’s condition. Thanks for visiting our blog and hope to see you back again soon!
We have a 19 month old, 100 pound, Bernese/St Bernard Cross. He’s gone to the same clinic for the past several months to have his nails done. This time, the vet refused to do them and prescribed 400mg Gabapentin, 200 mg Teva Trazodone AND 2 Composure Pro (dosage unknown as we haven’t picked that one up yet), all to be taken 2 hours prior to his next visit. He’s not a biter, doesn’t bother with other pets at the vet (other than a curious sniff), doesn’t bark, whimper or seem agitated in any way. This just seems like a LOT of medication. We’ll have to carry him in …?
You’ll suggest speaking to our (or another) vet, but I’d just like to know if this seems like an unreasonable amount of medication.
You’re right – if you’re concerned about the amount of medication your veterinarian is prescribing, the best course of action is let him or her know you are concerned and find out why this level is being prescribed. If the answer doesn’t satisfy you, definitely get a second opinion. Thank you for your concern for your dog, and let us know what you find out.
My 6 pound dog was prescribed 1/4 of trazodone to have her nails clipped, she is horrified and screams like a human. I took her to the local pet store to be groomed 7 months ago, when the groomer brought her out to me she said “I have to ask you to please not to bring her back here cuz she screamed the whole time I was clipping her nails!” Shortly there after I took her to the veterinarian for a check up and thought that was the best place to have nails clipped. They also, brought Sophie out to me and said they had a hard time just clippings her nails. To their recommendation, they ordered one (1) trazodone @ 13.00& and to bring her back in a few days and would finish clipping the two front feet (23$) and to give her 1/4 of the pill. I gave her the pill at 2:30 pm and took her to a different pet store and yes the pill worked for her!
My concern, now 8 hours later is still extremely lethargic, won’t eat, won’t drink water and now I’m feeling panicked. I googled this and it said the trazodone would wear off soon after administering it. Like I said she is only 6 pounds, any advice?
Different dogs can have a different reaction to medications. The best course of action is to call your veterinarian and let him or her know your concerns and find out if you should continue to use this medication at this dose.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing your question.
Our vet gave us trazodone for our pomeranian before taking her on a flight. We gave it to her as directed, half tablet the night before and half tablet 1 hour prior to flight. About 30 minutes before we landed, she started coughing and continued for almost 2 days. She was fine the rest of our trip. When we were ready to fly home, we gave her another half tablet of the trazodone the night before the flight and she woke us up coughing at 3 am. We think she is having a reaction to the trazodone. Has anyone else experienced this with their dogs?
Fran, sorry to hear your dog seemingly had a reaction to the trazadone. Hopefully we’ll hear from other dog parents. Thanks for stopping by – hope to see you back again soon!
Although coughing and breathing difficulty isn’t included in the side effects for this medication I think they should be my dog had these side effects and I am waiting for a callback from my vet now.
I hope your dog is feeling better by now. What did your veterinarian say? Thanks for sharing your experience here on the Canine Campus blog.
My 15 year old small mix dog has sundowners and gets very agitated at night to the point where I could not stand it anymore. Trazadone has been a miracle for him. Takes the edge off to where he isn’t crying, pacing, barking uncontrollably. Truely helps him greatly.
I’m so glad you were able to find medication to help your dog. Thanks for sharing your experience. I hope you’ll stop by the Canine Campus blog again soon!
Three years ago my veterinarian prescribed Trazadone and Gabapentin in combination so that they could do a CT scan of my elderly sheltie’s heart, and not have to anesthetize him. It was wonderful! He didn’t like being groomed, so we used this in the spring to thoroughly brush him out when he shed. I now use it for my rescue Pomeranian who will not let me groom her, or trim her nails; the rescue used it for her after she was spayed, to keep her calm, and she requires a high dose- she seems to be resistant to the drug effects, as well as being a resilient dog! But this combination is magic!
So glad your vet found something that works for both your dogs! Thanks for sharing your experience here on the Canine Campus blog and hope to see you back again soon!
I got Trazodone for my dog, took it well for a week, now he doesn’t want to eat, is loosing weight, an not wanting to play.
Sorry to hear your dog might not be adjusting to the medication very well. Be sure to let your vet know what is going on. Thanks for visiting the Canine Campus blog!
My 71/2 pound Yorkie was on 1:2 trazadone tab every 12 hours and for his high anxiety for a couple of months we are taking him for a three day stay at a kennel when we pick them up after three days his anxiety was worse he was snorting grunting the whole time there and his throat was swollen red and inflamed I don’t know if that is a side effect of the trazodone Making him more anxious or if him being in an unfamiliar place with other dogs caused him to be more anxious even when being on the Tradazone Although I did take him to that kennel once a week for 4 to 5 hours a day to acclimate them to the place
It sounds like you should let your vet know how your dog was reacting to the medication. Thanks for visiting our blog and sharing your experience!
My 11 month pittie mix is a jumping, nipping, yapping mess. The vet gave her 100 mg of trazadone after being spade to help keep her calm. She never slowed down until I put her to bed, then she’s just crash. Funny that I’ve been taking 69 mg of trazadone for my non-stop spinning brain at night and have the same effect. Doesn’t knock either of us out, but just can fall asleep easier.
My question- I’ve been giving her 50mg every night when I take my dose. She sleeps well so I get rest too – is it ok to continue giving it to her? She’s starts her crazies the minute she wakes up, until I give it to her again at night.
Rhonda,
That is definitely a question to ask your veterinarian! Your vet will have a better handle on the long term effects of trazadone on your pooch. Glad to hear you found something that helps you both!
I have the sweetest Goldendoodle. The only problem she has is separation anxiety. When I have to leave her she thinks I have abandoned her. She is 5 years old and weighs 50 pounda. It seems to calm her down when I have to leave but she is very lethargic and loses her wonderful personality. The vet prescribed it for separation anxiety. I only use it when I have to leave her alone.
Susan, you might consider taking your dog to daycare when you need to be gone during the day. It’s so great for them! They love the bonds they build with the other dogs and caretakers. That way, you’re limiting the amount of times you have to use the medication. Thanks for sharing your experience here on the Canine Campus blog!
My 135 pound German Shepherd needs some X-rays. The NEW veterinarian told me to give him 3 doses of 600mg,, 12 hrs apart. So 1800 mg over 36 hours. I find that incredibly extreme! Am I wrong?
If you’re concerned about the dose of medication your new veterinarian is prescribing, it might be worth getting a second opinion. Thanks for sharing your concern here on the Canine Campus blog. Hope to see you back again soon!
My German shepherd is between 65 and 70 lbs and she takes 200 mg a day 100mg in the morning and another at night. I do this a few days before taking her to get shots or groomed. 1800 seems high to me but they may need him to be more sedated in order to get the xray done just so he’s relaxed and still and they don’t have to keep doing it over and over irritating him more.
Thank you for sharing your experience here on the Canine Campus blog. It sounds like your dog is getting the help needed before immunizations, grooming or x-rays. Hope to see you back again soon!
My 13 pound dog who has IVDD was prescribed trazodone after having herniated disc surgery and seems to tolerate it well but does get occasional diarrhea from it is as well as loss of appetite…can I safely administer this drug continuously every 8 to 12 hours for a couple months during this extended healing process? Can she take trazodone for a lengthy amount of time? She needs to stay calm, no jumping…thank you.
If you have any questions about the dose and timing of medication prescribed for your dog, please contact your veterinarian. Thank you for visiting our blog and hope to see you back again soon!
My dog, a 10 mos corgi was given tranzodol after spay, she went totally nuts, bit my husband, he had to get two bags of cimdymiacin in the er, and 8 stitches. I will never give this drug to my girl again, and l think that people should be aware, although rare, this can happen. My poor dog acted like she was on crack or something,
The next day she was ok, but it was a horrific experience. Al the vet tec said was oh, I’ve never heard of that, it is supposed to calm her down. Duh….. the doctor in the er said although rare, it does happen even in people.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Canine Campus community. I’m sorry your dog had such a bad reaction to the medication and glad she’s OK now. Thanks for visiting the Canine Campus blog and hope to see you back again soon!
My puppy after surgery got put on both gabapentin and trazodone but when it wears off in between giving it to him strictly
For sedation he whines a lot so I’m
Not sure why or if he’s in pain . He didn’t start whining until 4 or 5 days after I started him on it for his two week treatment. Does anyone have any ideas?
If you haven’t already, you should definitely let your veterinarian know about the whining.
My 30 lb shelty mix gets weak in the back legs, I’ve been giving her about 24 mg per day for about 3 days is this something to expect for awhile
This is definitely something to discuss with the veterinarian who supplied the medication.
My dog has a lot of anxiety and pacing at night she’s 14 years old so tonight I tried to give her a Trazodone and it made her pacing and panting worse and she started to run into a wall and she fell down so I gave her a Gabapentin to go with it and it seemed to calm her down but I will never again ever give her Trazodone it’s crazy that a drug like that has side effects of what you’re trying to calm down it really scared me I hope when she wakes up it’ll be out of her system throwing the bottle away
Just like people, different dogs can have different reactions to certain medications. Please let your veterinarian know what happened and thank you for sharing your experience here on the blog!