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Diarrhea in dogs is one of the most common problems and represents around 30% of visits to the veterinarian . It can be acute or chronic and be caused by different causes: from changes in diet, ingestion of spoiled food, to food intolerances, intestinal parasites, viruses, etc. Diarrhea in dogs, as in humans, is not a disease in itself, but a symptom . It may be acute or chronic. The first lasts less than three weeks and the chronic one lasts longer. Acute diarrhea is usually mild in most cases and disappears after a few days. In some cases they become more serious, so we must be attentive if : diarrhea does not stop after 24/48 hours blood appears in the stool it gets worse and is accompanied by vomiting diarrhea is accompanied by fever the dog appears depressed and apathetic In the case of chronic diarrhea, it is important that the veterinarian perform the relevant tests to determine its origin. A stool test, blood tests and ultrasound/x-rays are usually performed to detect or rule out alterations in the digestive organs or the intestine itself. dogs diarrhea Causes of diarrhea in dogs Among the most common causes of diarrhea in dogs are: The ingestion of a foreign body , spoiled food or remains of domestic garbage. Dogs are gluttons... you have to carefully watch everything they eat! Food intolerances . Certain foods can cause intolerances, especially dairy products, since dogs do not have the necessary enzymes to digest the sugars naturally present in these types of products (dogs are lactose intolerant). If we discover that our dog is intolerant to any food, we must stop including it in his diet immediately. Food allergies, on the other hand, do not usually cause diarrhea but rather reactions in the dog's skin (dermatitis). As in the previous case, if our dog is allergic to any food we must prevent him from consuming it. We must also use specific products on their skin to relieve itching and prevent scratching and wounds.
Presence of intestinal parasites (worms, tapeworms...). In this case it will be necessary to deworm the dog internally with the appropriate medication recommended by our veterinarian. Side effects of certain medications , such as antibiotics. Viral or bacterial infections . This diarrhea can be very intense and affects the general condition of the dog in a more serious way, associated with other symptoms such as fever and dehydration. As an example, that produced by distemper or parvovirus. Kidney and liver diseases . Our veterinarian will be the one to diagnose and recommend the guidelines to follow based on each case. Changes in diet . In some cases, behind diarrhea is simply the change in the food we give our pet. Recommendations to treat diarrhea CZ Leads The first symptomatic treatment will be fasting : 24 hours for older dogs 12 hours in puppies. In this way, we give the intestine a rest, giving it time to repair any injuries that may have occurred and reducing inflammation and gas. Remember to give your pet water in small, frequent doses to prevent dehydration. You should pay special attention to puppies and older dogs, since they become dehydrated more easily. You can give rice water. To prepare it, cover a cup of rice with cold water overnight, “remove the rice in the morning and give the dog that mixture. If you notice that despite fasting your dog does not improve after 24 hours , has vomiting, fever or blood in the stool, go to your veterinarian. After fasting, it is recommended to administer a soft, low-fat diet to our pet. We will choose foods that are easy to digest such as boiled chicken, cooked rice, potatoes or turkey. We will distribute them in four doses throughout the day.
Maintain this diet for at least 4-5 days and then gradually return to the usual feed. You can start by mixing the boiled rice with the usual feed. And remember that your dog cannot control his bowel movements during episodes of diarrhea, so do not get angry with him if you see that he is doing more than usual and even in places where he is not used to. Patience and encouragement! dog antiparasites Lyme disease in cats Since it is spread by a tick bite, special care must be taken with cats that regularly go outside or that live with other pets. The symptoms are quite similar to those of dogs and depend on the moment in which the disease occurs . In a first phase, in which the infection has not yet spread throughout the cat's body, the following may appear: fever, loss of appetite, apathy, depression, muscle stiffness, inflammation of the lymph nodes, and the cat walking with the arched back. Later, when the bacteria begins to move to other parts of the body , the disease can manifest itself in other symptoms. Among others, difficulty breathing, nervous system disorders and heart problems. In a third phase, in which the bacteria would have already spread throughout the body , diarrhea, vomiting, kidney failure, fluid accumulation and/or muscle numbness. Lyme disease cats Antiparasitics, the key is in prevention The only way to prevent Lyme Disease in dogs and cats is to avoid tick bites. Therefore, it is essential to use antiparasitics to keep ticks away , either by using pipettes, collars or applying a repellent spray or powder. At Disane we have developed a range of antiparasitics for dogs and antiparasitics for cats , with natural ingredients to preserve the health of both your pet and the rest of the family. It is very important to check our dog or cat after outings to check if they have any ticks. The longer it stays attached to your skin, the greater the chance of contagion.