Symptoms of A Dog With Diarrhea

The primary symptom displayed by a dog with diarrhea are frequent, soft or liquid stools. Many times, your dog will have an episode or two of diarrhea and it will resolve for good.

However, sometimes the diarrhea persists and can be associated with more dangerous symptoms. It is important to familiarize yourself with the symptoms that act as alarm signals, alerting you that something serious may be going on.

The following symptoms associated with acute diarrhea are cause for concern and I would recommend immediate veterinarian assistance if your dog has any of these:

• Bright red blood in the stool
• Black stool (truly charcoal black, not necessarily just dark)Abdominal pain or tenderness
• Abdominal bloating/fullness
• Vomiting in addition to the diarrhea
• Fever (measured by a rectal thermometer)
• Lethargy or listlessness

Also, remember that the older your dog is, the more chances a serious underlying condition is present. This applies to very young puppies as well. So, if you Golden is quite advanced in age or is just a puppy, also consider early evaluation by a veterinarian.

To find out what diagnostic tests your veterinarian may consider and more about the treatment , please read on.

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