What do I do if my dog has diarrhea?

It has happened to almost all of us who have a dog. Suddenly the poor guy can't take it anymore and relieves himself where he shouldn't and also has diarrhea. What should I do if my dog has diarrhea?

The first and fundamental thing is to calm ourselves. In most cases, if my dog has diarrhea, it is probably an annoying process but not serious.

When this condition appears, the first thing we have to think about is whether we have introduced any variation in our dog's diet that could have caused the discomfort. If so, it is better to return to the previous diet or introduce changes little by little over several days.

If you suspect that your dog may have eaten something spoiled or poisoned, it is essential that you contact your trusted veterinarian as soon as possible. Likewise, if you observe the presence of pus, blood or mucus in his stool, you should take him to the doctor as soon as possible.

First of all, we will put our dog on a diet. This means that we are not going to offer you food at the moment, but we will leave fresh water at your disposal. This fast should last about 24 hours. Once this time has passed, a fat-free and easily digestible meal should be offered; An example could be some boiled rice, cooked chicken (without skin and of course, without bones) or boiled fish. In the case of puppies, we will reduce these times by half.

It is essential that your dog's water bowl is perfectly clean. To do this, wash it well with very hot water and rinse it carefully so that there is no residue left in it.

Do not medicate your dog without the advice of the animal health professional, you can make the problem worse. What should I do if my dog has diarrhea? If you have any questions, consult your veterinarian and he will guide you and prescribe the medication he needs if necessary.

After 48 hours, your dog should show signs of recovery. If not, go to your veterinarian immediately to assess whether the condition may be serious. In case of improvement, you can gradually introduce your usual diet.