Vitamin B12 (oral cobalamin) for dogs

Sold as generic methyl/cyanocobalamin. 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

Published guidance for dogs: small: 250 mcg; medium: 500 mcg; large: 1000 mcg daily, every 24h.

Source: Veterinary Partner (VIN) →
Water-soluble, wide safety margin. GI-disease dogs often need vet-administered injections instead, oral absorption is the problem being treated.

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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