Dog Health
Issues - Description of Canine Dog Diarrhea
Canine Dog Diarrhea is the abnormally fast passage of waste
material through the large intestine, resulting in frequent
defecation with loose feces and sometimes cramps. N.B. Often spelt
as diarrhoea and mis-spelt as diarhea and diarrea.
Dog Health
Problems - Symptoms of Canine Dog Diarrhea
Canine Dog Diarrhea is marked by the frequent passing of loose feces.
Dog Health
Questions - Dogs susceptible to Canine Dog Diarrhea
Most dogs suffer from Canine Diarrhea from time to time - no particular
breed is particularly susceptible.
Dog Health
Questions - Canine Dog Diarrhea Causes
Canine Dog Diarrhea is usually caused by one of the following :
Eating something totally unsuitable, such as garbage
or candy
Eaten too fast
Eaten too much
Exercised too soon, or too vigorously, after a
meal
Has become overly excited or nervous
Has diarrhea as a result of another illness
Dog Health
Information - Treatment of Canine Dog Diarrhea
Canine Dog Diarrhea is usually just a passing inconvenience which
disappears after a short period of time - between 12 and 24 hours.
During this period ensure that the dog is rested from any food or
large amounts of water so that the intestinal tract can ease and
settle down.
Dog Health
Info - When to Consult the Veterinary Surgeon
Canine Dog Diarrhea can be a symptom of a serious illness and a
Veterinary Surgeon should be consulted if any of the following
conditions apply or as the owner you are instinctively concerned
about the health of your dog:
Condition has lasted for more
than 24 hours
The dog shows signs of pain,
breathing difficulties or signs of another illness or symptoms such as
vomiting
Blood in the diarrhea
Diarrhea accompanied by
vomiting
Dog Health
Advice
We hope that the canine health information and dog health advice
has been of some assistance. But please remember that if you are
in doubt about your Dog's Health please consult your Canine Health
Specialist.
Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
The sole purpose of the Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems is as a reference
manual to provide useful information to dog and puppy owners. It
is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat sick dogs or as a
substitute for obtaining professional veterinary advice. Please
remember that if you are in any doubt about your Dog's Health
please consult your Canine Veterinary Specialist immediately.
