Bird · Columba livia domestica · typical adult weight 0.30–0.50 kg
Levothyroxine is dosed at 20 μg/kg PO q12-24h in domestic pigeons, per 159. Formulary. In: Chitty J, Lierz M, Chitty J, Lierz M, eds. BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Passerine Birds; British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester, UK; 2008:384-390. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.463 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW). Levothyroxine is used in domestic pigeons for Hypothyroidism; may induce molt. Routes documented in domestic pigeons: PO. A typical adult domestic pigeon weighs 0.30–0.50 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Levothyroxine in domestic pigeons, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Soloxine, Thyro-Tabs
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 20 μg/kg | q12-24h | Hypothyroidism; may induce molt | Moderate | 159. Formulary. In: Chitty J, Lierz M, Chitty J, Lierz M, eds. BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Passerine Birds; British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester, UK; 2008:384-390. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.463 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
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Synthetic T4 (thyroxine) that is converted to active T3 in peripheral tissues. Restores normal metabolic rate, thermogenesis, and organ function.
Dose based on body weight, adjusted by monitoring serum T4 levels (4-6 hour post-pill sample). Give on empty stomach. Monitor for signs of thyrotoxicosis (tachycardia, panting, anxiety). Dogs primarily.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for domestic pigeons may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Levothyroxine dose range in domestic pigeons, with cited source references: PO 20 μg/kg q12-24h. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Levothyroxine in domestic pigeons: PO.
Levothyroxine is indicated in domestic pigeons for: Hypothyroidism; may induce molt.
These are general warnings for Levothyroxine across species; consult the domestic pigeon dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Dose based on body weight, adjusted by monitoring serum T4 levels (4-6 hour post-pill sample). Give on empty stomach. Monitor for signs of thyrotoxicosis (tachycardia, panting, anxiety). Dogs primarily.
Why a species-specific page? Levothyroxine pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in domestic pigeons — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.