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    Jan 10, 2016, 07:56 AM
    My dog just ate a baby asprin will it hurt her?
    My 70 lb dog just ate a baby asprin by mistake, will it hurt her?
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    Jan 10, 2016, 08:54 AM
    I would doubt it, if a baby aspirin is okay for a baby then a 70 pound dog is a big baby for sure.
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    Jan 10, 2016, 09:55 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by catonsville View Post
    I would doubt it, if a baby aspirin is okay for a baby then a 70 pound dog is a big baby for sure.

    While I agree, A 70lb dog is quite probably more than capable of having a single baby aspirin, as his usual dose would likely be larger than that, it actually has nothing to do with whether it is safe for a baby.
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    Jan 10, 2016, 05:37 PM
    To reiterate what's already been said, a baby aspirin is definitely okay. Your dog will be fine.
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    Jan 10, 2016, 06:54 PM
    Again, as the others said, as long as it was "A" (one) not one bottle.
    But with that said, it is a good reminder that dogs (and babies) may eat things laying out, so be safe with medication.
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    Jan 10, 2016, 07:16 PM
    Truth told, and there is some debate on this, so I'm not sure I should mention it, but a lot of people use baby aspirin to help dogs with pain issues. Most vets agree that it's safe, other vets don't, which is why I didn't want to mention it.

    I used it for my lab Indy (RIP), who had severe arthritis, and other age related issues. He never had a problem with it. I wouldn't use it long term, but for minor pain issues, not issues that need long term care, a baby aspirin won't hurt, and can help with pain.

    Having said that, this is my opinion, and as I said, there are differing opinions on this, so use with caution, and always talk to your vet first if you plan on using this as a form of pain relief for your pet.

    But, one accidentally swallowed baby aspirin, not a big deal at all. :)
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