Chlortetracycline Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Important Information
For feed and water additives: Actual dose will be affected by feed and water consumption for each animal.
For cattle prophylaxis: Use approximately one block per 10 animals for anaplasmosis prevention.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 182-183
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 25 mg/kg | Every 6-8 hours |
| Cats | PO | 25 mg/kg | Every 6-8 hours |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | PO (Tablets) | 11 mg/kg | Every 12 hours for 3-5 days |
| Feed/Water | 22 mg/kg | Daily | |
| Prophylaxis | 0.36-0.7 mg/kg | Daily for anaplasmosis | |
| Pigs | Feed/Water | 22 mg/kg | Daily |