Can I Give My Dog Metacam?
Ask your vet first
Meloxicam is used in dogs, but dosing decisions belong to your veterinarian. Prescription NSAID for arthritis and post-surgical pain. Combining it with other NSAIDs, aspirin, or steroids causes GI bleeding, so the amount and schedule must come from your vet.
Source: Merck Veterinary Manual
Skip it or ask a vet first if
kidney diseasedehydrationother NSAIDs or steroids
The safe habit
Confirm any medication decision with your veterinarian, who knows your dog's health history and other medications. VetDose shows published reference data, not prescriptions.