Loratadine for dogs

Sold as Claritin. Published reference range, cited. Enter your dog's weight below.

Reference tool, not medical advice. Always confirm with your veterinarian.
Your dog's weight

Published dose range

The published veterinary reference range for loratadine in dogs is 0.2-0.5 mg per kg of body weight, given every 24h. In practice: 5 mg small dog / 10 mg large dog daily.

Source: Veterinary Partner (VIN) →
Plain loratadine ONLY. Claritin-D (pseudoephedrine) is toxic.

Skip it or ask a vet first if

Claritin-D / any -D decongestant version

If you think you overdosed

Call the Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661 or ASPCA Poison Control: 888-426-4435. Both are staffed 24/7 by veterinary toxicologists.

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