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by Veronique Fournier October 15, 2019 5 min read
Diarrhea in dogs is without doubt one of the most common manifestations of many diseases and conditions. It’s not a disease in itself, but rather a symptom. It is therefore important to firstly find the cause in order to properly treat it.
While this symptom can hide a serious affection, it can also prove to be "banal". Despite this, diarrhea should not be taken lightly. Even if it is only a slight indiscretion of the digestive system, it can lead to dehydration if it is not addressed quickly.
Here are 12 possible causes of diarrhea in dogs:
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It’s important to consult a vet if your dog has more than one or two liquid stools, or if you see traces of blood in there. A professional examination should also be considered if the diarrhea is accompanied by vomiting, anorexia and/or lethargy. Any diarrhea that persists for more than 48 hours should definitely be assessed by a vet.
As you surely know, the solution to your dog's diarrhea greatly depends on its cause. It will therefore be necessary to act at the source in order to be successful. In any case, below are some tips you can try which might help relieve the first symptoms of diarrhea in your dog.
If your dog does not want to eat and has diarrhea, let his digestive system rest for a day before trying the foods noted below. Make sure that your dog is at least drinking a little water during this time. Here is what to feed a dog with diarrhea :
See our article ‘The Best Foods And Supplements For These 10 common Pet Health Issues’ for other food ideas to give your dog during bouts of diarrhea (e.g. slippery elm, boiled egg, etc.).
Although this is a rather unpleasant topic, diarrhea will be present in your dog's life at one time or another. Although most of the time it will not be very serious, it’s very important to keep an eye open to determine the cause because in some rare cases it can be the manifestation of a very serious condition.
I wish you success in relieving your dog’s diarrhea and hope you avoid some damage!
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