Caution Statement: No information on this website is a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. If your dog is experiencing any of these symptoms, their condition requires medical attention:
- Has blood in diarrhea and the stool is black
- Your dog may have ingested something toxic or poisonous
- Your dog is lethargic and depressed
- Your dog has a fever
- The presence of pale or yellow gums
- Your dog is a puppy and hasn’t received all recommended vaccinations yet
- Your dog is in pain
- Your dog is vomiting
Causes of Diarrhea in Dogs
Dogs, especially puppies, can get into things that they shouldn’t. Things that smell interesting are not always safe for dogs and, as pet parents, it is our job to keep them away from dangers such as:
- Garbage
- Toxins and heavy metals
- Yard debris
Other causes of diarrhea in dogs can be traced to a change in diet such as
- Switching brands of dog foods
- Feeding a higher fat-content food or table scraps loaded with fat
You will find incidences of diarrhea that are caused by, or worsened by, these conditions:
- Parasites and worms
- Bacterial infections such as salmonella and E. coli
- Viral infections
- Intestinal bacteria overgrowth in the small intestine
- Tumors
- Polyps
- Pancreatitis complications
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Colitis
- An obstruction in the intestines
As varied as these causes are, diarrhea treatments are just as varied and can include a blander diet, dewormers, antibiotics, IV fluids, surgery, and chemotherapy. Your veterinarian will know which course of treatment is recommended for your dog if their diarrhea is caused by any of the above-cited conditions.
Your veterinarian may recommend Diarrice™ to soothe their gut and protect it if a blander diet is prescribed. Please check with your vet about the suitability of Diarrice™ for ongoing gastrointestinal health and support.
