It is estimated that every dog ​​owner has experienced the problem of dog diarrhea. Once a dog that is usually lively and active has diarrhea, it will not be in such good spirits. So, what are the causes of dog diarrhea? How to prevent it?

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1. The most common: catching a cold

Dogs, like children, will get diarrhea or even catch a cold if they sleep on the cold floor or catch a cold when going out to play. Due to the large temperature difference between indoors and outdoors in winter, small dogs with relatively short hair or teddy dogs must wear clothes and spend less time outside to avoid diarrhea due to colds.

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2. Gastrointestinal discomfort caused by eating unsuitable food

Sudden change of food or accidentally eating onions or unclean water that are harmful to dogs can cause diarrhea in dogs.

3. Caused by gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis is usually accompanied by fever, and in severe cases, blood in the stool may occur. In this case, gentamicin can generally be given to the dog. Of course, if you are not sure about the dose and the severity, you still need to consult your veterinarian.

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4. Parasitic diseases

Parasitic diseases in dogs can cause diarrhea. In this case, the owner needs to deworm the dog.

5. Parvovirus infection

The symptoms of parvovirus are very similar to those of gastroenteritis. Vomiting and diarrhea will occur, but the stool of parvovirus will be more watery. If it is really difficult to distinguish, you must get tested and treated as soon as possible.

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Dog diarrhea may be a major or minor problem, but owners still need to discover and treat it in time.