Enrofloxacin Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Swine, Birds, and Exotic Animals By Weight
Important Safety Information
Avoid IV use in cats. For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection in dogs: 18-20 mg/kg once daily PO every 3 days.
Use with caution in young animals due to potential cartilage damage.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 314-316
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IM, PO, IV | 5-20 mg/kg | Once daily |
| PO | 18-20 mg/kg | Once daily every 3 days (uncomplicated UTI) | |
| Cats | PO, IM | 5 mg/kg | Once daily |
| Birds | IM, PO | 15 mg/kg | Every 12 hours |
| Exotic Animals | IM, PO | 5 mg/kg | Every other day |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 5 mg/kg | Once daily |
| PO | 7.5-10 mg/kg | Once daily | |
| IM | 5 mg/kg | Once daily (rotate injection sites) | |
| Cattle (BRD) | SQ | 7.5-12.5 mg/kg | Single dose |
| SQ | 2.5-5 mg/kg | Once daily for 3-5 days | |
| Swine (SRD) | SQ | 7.5 mg/kg | Single dose (behind the ear) |