How much Meloxicam can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Meloxicam dose is 1–1 mg per dose, which is approximately 1 × 7.5mg tablet(s), given once daily. Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian.

How much does a vet visit cost for a Puli?

Based on real invoices from medium dogs, a typical Puli vet bill runs $239–$1,107, with a median around $482. Emergency visits for dogs this size typically run $589–$1,571. Your actual cost depends on the specific care needed, your vet, and your area.

Puli Vet Costs & Medication Dosages

Q: How much Gabapentin can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Gabapentin dose is 68–136 mg per dose, which is approximately 1 × 100mg tablet(s), given every 8–12 hours. Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian.

Q: How much Trazodone can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Trazodone dose is 27–68 mg per dose, which is approximately 1 × 50mg tablet(s), given every 8–12 hours. Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian.

Q: How much Rimadyl can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Rimadyl dose is 27–60 mg per dose, which is approximately 2 × 25mg tablet(s), given once or twice daily. Always confirm the exact dose with your veterinarian.

Real vet bill ranges and pre-calculated medication dosages for a typical Puli (25–35 lbs). Medium breed.

How much does a Puli cost at the vet?

A typical Puli vet bill runs $239–$1,107 (median $482), based on real invoices from medium dogs. Emergency visits for dogs this size typically run $589–$1,571. Surgery, when needed, runs $264–$2,106.

Medication Dosages for Puli

Gabapentin (gabapentin): 68–136 mg per dose, Every 8–12 hours. Used for pain, anxiety & seizures.
Trazodone (trazodone): 27–68 mg per dose, Every 8–12 hours. Used for anxiety & sedation.
Rimadyl (carprofen): 27–60 mg per dose, Once or twice daily. Used for pain & inflammation (nsaid).
Meloxicam (meloxicam): 1–1 mg per dose, Once daily. Used for pain & inflammation (nsaid).
Cerenia (maropitant): 27–27 mg per dose, Once daily (up to 5 days). Used for nausea & vomiting.
Clavamox (amoxicillin-clavulanate): 85–170 mg per dose, Every 12 hours. Used for bacterial infections (antibiotic).

What vets charge for a medium dog like the Puli

Breed-specific bills are rare in any dataset — but a dog's size drives most of the cost. These are real invoice totals from medium dogs.

Typical total vet bill$239 – $1,107Median $482 · real invoices from medium dogs

Emergency visit$589 – $1,571

Surgery (when needed)$264 – $2,106

Size is a proxy — your actual bill depends on the specific issue, your vet, and your area. Anesthesia and weight-dosed medications scale with your dog's weight (see the dosages below). Compare costs by procedure →

Puli Health

Reputable breeders test their breeding stock for health problems that can occur in most any breed. Breeders who are members of the Puli Club of America agree to the club's guidelines, which include Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) testing to determine that breeding stock is free of inheritable disease. The CHIC testing required by the breed's parent club includes OFA or PennHIP screening for hip dysplasia, OFA test for patella, OFA test for degenerative myelopathy (DNA test), and CERF eye testing (to be updated every three years). Additional tests that can be performed, but are not required, include OFA for elbows, cardiac, and thyroid, and the BAER (hearing) test. If you are considering getting a Puli, ask the breeder if they test for these conditions, in particular the club's required tests.

Recommended Health Tests

Patella Evaluation
Hip Evaluation
Ophthalmologist Evaluation
Degenerative Myelopathy (Common Variant) (DM) - DNA Test

About the Puli

No other breed can be mistaken for the Puli, a compact but powerful herder covered from head to tail with profuse, naturally occurring cords. Bred to work closely with humans, these agile and faithful little dynamos are quick learners.

First, there are those dreadlocks, the instantly recognizable feature of the Puli (pronounced "Poo-lee", "Pulik" is the plural). The coat's naturally occurring cords are wooly, dense, and weatherproof. Either corded or brushed out, Puli coats require lots of attention. Under the dreads there's a compact but powerful dog, standing 16 to 17 inches at the shoulder. Pulik are remarkably agile and light on their feet, earning a reputation as the 'acrobat of the dog world.'

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Gabapentin can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Gabapentin (gabapentin) dose is 68–136 mg per dose — approximately 1 × 100mg tablet. 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 Puli.

Full Gabapentin calculator & pricing →

How much Trazodone can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Trazodone (trazodone) dose is 27–68 mg per dose — approximately 1 × 50mg 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 Puli.

Full Trazodone calculator & pricing →

How much Rimadyl can I give my Puli?

For a typical Puli (30 lbs), the recommended Rimadyl (carprofen) dose is 27–60 mg per dose — approximately 2 × 25mg tablets. 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 Puli.

Full Rimadyl calculator & pricing →

What health issues are common in Pulis?

Recommended health screenings include: Patella Evaluation, Hip Evaluation, Ophthalmologist Evaluation, Degenerative Myelopathy (Common Variant) (DM) - DNA Test.

What size dog is a Puli?

Pulis are classified as a medium breed in the Herding Group, typically weighing 25–35 lbs and standing 16–17 inches tall. They have a life expectancy of 10-15 years.

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