Medicine Dose Calculator (Beta)

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.