Emergency CPR Drug Dosing Chart

Quick-reference emergency drug doses calculated by patient weight for veterinary CPR.

Enter the patient body weight in kilograms. If weight is unknown, estimate: small dog 5-10 kg, medium 10-25 kg, large 25-45 kg, giant 45+ kg. Average cat 4-5 kg.
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Species affects atropine dosing, compression rate, and lidocaine use (dogs only for lidocaine).

CPR Protocol

References: RECOVER Clinical Guidelines (Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation, 2012); Fletcher et al. JVECC 2012; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook.
Disclaimer: This is a quick-reference tool only. CPR should be performed by trained veterinary professionals following current RECOVER guidelines.