Shock Fluid Calculator

Calculate shock fluid doses for emergency treatment of hypovolemic shock in dogs and cats.

Emergency Use Only

This calculator is for emergency situations only. Always monitor patient response closely during shock fluid administration and adjust therapy accordingly.

Weight (kg)

Weight (lbs)

Species

Dog

Cat

Fluid Type

Shock Fluid Guidelines

Shock Dose Guidelines:

Dogs: 80-90 ml/kg
Cats: 40-60 ml/kg (use lower doses in cats with cardiac disease)
Administer in ¼ increments (over 15-20 minutes each) with reassessment between doses

Clinical Signs of Shock:

Tachycardia
Weak pulses
Prolonged capillary refill time (CRT)
Pale or gray mucous membranes
Mental depression
Hypothermia or hyperthermia
Hypotension

Fluid Types for Shock:

Isotonic crystalloids (e.g., Lactated Ringer's Solution, 0.9% NaCl)
Hypertonic saline (7.5%) at 4-5 ml/kg for dogs, 2-4 ml/kg for cats
Colloids (e.g., hydroxyethyl starch) at 10-20 ml/kg for dogs, 5-10 ml/kg for cats

Monitoring:

Heart rate and rhythm
Respiratory rate and effort
Blood pressure
Mucous membrane color and CRT
Mental status
Body temperature
Urine output (goal: >1-2 ml/kg/hr)