Angina is chest pain caused by poor circulation to the heart muscle. The symptoms of angina are chest discomfort. often described as a feeling of tightness, pain or pressure under the breastbone or across the middle of the chest. Sometimes the pain spreads to the arms or the jaw.
A low dose of aspirin is generally safe. Itâs a short-term treatment if your dog needs relief for aches and pains. Puppies, however, should never be given this pill. Itâs too risky. Sadly, many folks are quick to give dangerous meds to their animals and the results are often fatal.
Reasons to Give a Dog Aspirin. BananaStock/BananaStock/Getty Images. Aspirin is the only over-the-counter human pain reliever that is safe for use in dogs. If your dog is experiencing pain from a minor injury like a sprain or a strain, you can give him aspirin to relieve the pain and inflammation. Aspirin is also an acceptable choice for pain relief in dogs who have occasional bouts of arthritis.