Members Only Resource: This tool helps shelter staff and fosters estimate safe starting doses for common antibiotics and dewormers used in shelter medicine. It's designed to support decision-making—not replace veterinary guidance.
Included medications:
- Amoxicillin – Broad-spectrum antibiotic for respiratory and skin infections
- Clavamox – Potentiated amoxicillin for stubborn or resistant infections
- Doxycycline – Often used for tick-borne illnesses and respiratory infections
- Albon – Treats coccidia in puppies and kittens
- Pyrantel Pamoate – Dewormer effective against roundworms and hookworms
- Fenbendazole – Broad dewormer for giardia and whipworms
- Metronidazole – For diarrhea and intestinal inflammation
- Sulfadimethoxine – Alternative to Albon, sometimes used interchangeably
⚠️ Note: This calculator uses standard dosage ranges commonly used in shelters. Always check bottle labels for concentration and consult a veterinarian when in doubt.