Shih Tzu Vet Costs & Medication Dosages
Real vet bill ranges and pre-calculated medication dosages for a typical Shih Tzu (9–16 lbs). Small breed.
How much does a Shih Tzu cost at the vet?
A typical Shih Tzu vet bill runs $273–$1,110 (median $508), based on real invoices from small dogs. Emergency visits for dogs this size typically run $352–$1,258. Surgery, when needed, runs $435–$1,484.
Medication Dosages for Shih Tzu
- Gabapentin (gabapentin): 29–59 mg per dose, Every 8–12 hours. Used for pain, anxiety & seizures.
- Trazodone (trazodone): 12–29 mg per dose, Every 8–12 hours. Used for anxiety & sedation.
- Rimadyl (carprofen): 12–26 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): 12–12 mg per dose, Once daily (up to 5 days). Used for nausea & vomiting.
- Clavamox (amoxicillin-clavulanate): 37–74 mg per dose, Every 12 hours. Used for bacterial infections (antibiotic).