 [ Symptoms ] can i give my dog aspirin for pain  i think my dog may have arthritis she is 11 and has started limping on and off or acting a bit stiff for the last 2 months over the past 2 days she really seems to be in pain and she limps or favors her left foreleg i read that olive oil has the same properties as nsaids i also read that ibuprofen is toxic for dogs can i give my dog aspirin and olive oil how much i have an appointment with the vet next week ro [ Disease ] i applaud you for wanting to exercise more that is almost always a good thing i suggest you consult your health care provider about your leg issues many conditions can cause the symptoms you are describing and if it is something benign like simple edema of the legs then walking despite the pain could well fix the problem but your best bet is to see a medical professional for a diagnosis and to get cleared for exercise i hope you are on your way to better health and pain free living soon