Pre-calculated for a typical Barbet (35–65 lbs). Always confirm dosages with your veterinarian.
About the Barbet
An archetypic water dog of France, the Barbet is a rustic breed of medium size and balanced proportions who appears in artwork as early as the 16th century. In profile, the Barbet is slightly rectangular with a substantial head and long, sweeping tail. He has a long, dense covering of curly hair and a distinctive beard. An agile athlete, the Barbet has been used primarily to locate, flush, and retrieve birds. He has a cheerful disposition and is very social and loyal.
The defining characteristic of this rustic, medium-sized bird dog is the dense curly coat that covers him from the top of his large, broad head to the tip of his curving tail. The coat comes in shades of black, gray, brown, or fawn, sometimes with white markings. The breed's delightfully shaggy coat and amiable nature creates the impression of a Muppet come to life, but the Barbet is a strong, solidly-built dog bred for centuries to be a keen hunter and tireless swimmer. Barbets are very intelligent and learn new things quickly. They have a calm nature and are easy to live with as long as their exercise needs are being met. Pronunciation - Bar-Bay
Weight35–65 lbs
Height19–24.5 in
SizeMedium
GroupSporting Group
Lifespan12-14 years
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Medication dosages for a 50 lb Barbet
Standard veterinary dosing — always confirm with your vet
Calculated for a 50 lb Barbet (35–65 lbs range). Dosages are guidelines — your vet may adjust based on your dog's specific needs.
Barbet Health
The Barbet is solidly built with adequate bone to perform his tasks as a true sporting dog, and as such is sturdy, with a moderately sized and constructed frame. Given the small genetic pool from which the Barbet draws, it is a surprisingly healthy breed thanks to wise, cautious selection by breeders. Responsible breeders screen for health conditions such as as hip and elbo dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), seizure disorders and allergies.
Recommended Health Tests
Hip Evaluation
Elbow Evaluation
Ophthalmologist Evaluation
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For a typical Barbet (50 lbs), the recommended Gabapentin (gabapentin) dose is 113–227 mg per dose — approximately 2 × 100mg tablets. This is given every 8–12 hours for pain, anxiety & seizures.
Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian. Factors like age, health conditions, and other medications can affect the right dose for your specific Barbet.
For a typical Barbet (50 lbs), the recommended Trazodone (trazodone) dose is 45–113 mg per dose — approximately 1 × 100mg tablet. This is given every 8–12 hours for anxiety & sedation.
Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian. Factors like age, health conditions, and other medications can affect the right dose for your specific Barbet.
For a typical Barbet (50 lbs), the recommended Rimadyl (carprofen) dose is 45–100 mg per dose — approximately 1 × 75mg tablet. This is given once or twice daily for pain & inflammation (nsaid).
Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian. Factors like age, health conditions, and other medications can affect the right dose for your specific Barbet.
The Barbet is solidly built with adequate bone to perform his tasks as a true sporting dog, and as such is sturdy, with a moderately sized and constructed frame. Given the small genetic pool from which the Barbet draws, it is a surprisingly healthy breed thanks to wise, cautious selection by breeders. Responsible breeders screen for health conditions such as as hip and elbo dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), seizure disorders and allergies.
Recommended health screenings include: Hip Evaluation, Elbow Evaluation, Ophthalmologist Evaluation.
What size dog is a Barbet?
Barbets are classified as a medium breed in the Sporting Group, typically weighing 35–65 lbs and standing 19–24.5 inches tall. They have a life expectancy of 12-14 years.
The medication dosages on this page are general guidelines based on standard veterinary references. They are not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian before giving any medication to your pet. Dosages may vary based on your dog's health, age, other medications, and your vet's assessment.