Why is my dog suffering from diarrhoea or stomach issues?

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COMMON QUESTIONS
ABOUT DIARRHOEA IN DOGS 🐶

  • Dietary indiscretion (eating something bad)
  • Food allergies or sensitivities
  • Parasites (worms, giardia)
  • Bacterial or viral infections
  • Stress or anxiety
  • Underlying health conditions

Try these steps before heading to the vet if the symptoms are mild:

  • 12-24 hour fasting (if appropriate). Not for puppies or senior dogs.
  • Probiotics for gut health
  • Plain boiled chicken & rice diet
  • Persistent diarrhoea for more than 48 hours
  • Presence of blood in stool
  • Lethargy, vomiting, or fever
  • Severe dehydration (dry gums, loss of skin elasticity)

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