A Dog Owner’s Guide to Giving Tablets Safely and Easily

As a dog owner, you probably know that giving a tablet to a dog can turn into a surprising test of patience, creativity, and negotiation skills. Some dogs will gulp it down without a second thought, while others seem to detect a pill instantly. The moment they hear the rattle of a pill pack or bottle, they may vanish into thin air or suddenly become expert food inspectors.

Tablets and capsules are prescribed for many reasons — from preventing heartworm to treating infections or chronic conditions. Giving them incorrectly can mean your dog doesn’t get the full dose, which could make the treatment less effective or even harmful. That’s why it’s important to use a method that works for your dog, rather than hoping they’ll just eat it eventually.

With the right approach, you can turn tablet time from a battle into just another part of your dog’s routine.

How to give your dog tablets with ease

1. Hide the evidence: Wrap the pill in something delicious.

2. Play the treat sandwich game: Give your dog a tasty treat first, then the sneaky pill treat, then a normal treat. It’s like a snack trilogy your dog won’t suspect.

3. Keep it bite-sized: Make sure the pill “package” is small enough to gobble up quickly so there’s no time for suspicious chewing or spit-outs.

4. Stay calm and patient: Dogs can sense frustration, which might make them more resistant. Take breaks if needed and try again calmly.

5. Confidence is key: Act like giving pills is a game. Your dog will pick up on your energy and may even look forward to their treat.

6. Give medication after exercise: A tired dog may be more cooperative when it comes to taking pills because they’re less energetic and less suspicious.

EasyPill can help you hide the evidence...

For many dogs, food is the best distraction. However, dogs have an incredible sense of smell — tens of thousands of times stronger than a human’s — which means you’ve got to do a good job of disguising their tablet. That’s why you’ll sometimes see a dog eat around the pill, spit it out, or swallow the treat and then cough the tablet onto the floor. It’s not them being difficult — to them, it’s like finding a pebble in a sandwich.

That’s where we can help. EasyPill Giver Dog is a palatable, malleable substance that can be easily shaped around pills, concealing their taste and shape. It transforms pills and unsavoury ingredients into an irresistibly tasty treat.

Key features and benefits

• Palatable flavour and aroma: EasyPill putty has a strong, meaty flavour that appeals to most dogs, making it easier to hide the unpleasant taste and scent of many medications.

• Easy-to-use and mould: Its consistency means you can easily shape it around pills of any size or shape, ensuring the medication is fully concealed.

• Portion control: You can use just the right amount needed to cover each pill, which helps avoid overfeeding your dog unnecessary calories.

• Soft and chewable: The texture is soft enough for dogs to chew easily, reducing the chance they’ll spit the pill out.

• Convenient packaging: Usually comes in resealable packaging to keep the putty fresh and easy to use over multiple doses.

• Safe ingredients: Formulated with ingredients safe for dogs, avoiding human foods that could be harmful (like xylitol or chocolate).

• Minimal mess: A cleaner, less messy alternative to foods like peanut butter or cheese

How to get the best results from EasyPill Giver Dog

 

• Wash your hands before handling. Dogs can smell traces of medication, so start with clean hands to avoid transferring pill scent to the outside of the putty.

• Use just enough to cover the pill. Too much putty can make the treat bulky and suspicious. A thin but complete coating works best to disguise both taste and smell.

• Mould it tightly around the pill. Press the putty firmly so there are no gaps where your dog might feel the hard tablet inside.

• Pre-roll a few pieces. If your dog takes multiple pills or is extra suspicious, make a couple of EasyPill balls without medication. Offer one plain ball first, then the medicated one, then another plain one. This way, your dog will learn to trust that treats aren’t always suspicious.

• Keep pill time positive. Praise your dog and keep the experience upbeat so they associate EasyPill with a reward, not a chore. 

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