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Dogs are carnivorous but do not present hunters' predatory instincts. They are rather scavengers and, therefore, some great opportunists. Therefore, it is not surprising that they devour what they find quickly. It is about preventing them from being removed, without worrying about whether there are substances that they can not digest.
They eat garbage, rotting food, herbs and sometimes toxic plants, paper, plastic, pieces of your shirt ... Some of these products eliminate them partially by vomiting. Others go cheerfully on their way to their intestines.
1. And can they have food intolerances?
Of course yes. There are many foods susceptible to cause intolerances to our furry companion.
If a food produces intolerance, its consumption causes a rapid transit that results in diarrhea. We should not confuse food intolerance with allergy. The latter causes dermatitis, but rarely diarrhea.
Intolerance can be produced by many types of food: from some type of meat to eggs, spices, fruits, corn, wheat, soy, fats. This is one of the reasons why veterinarians recommend slowly introducing new feeding formulas.
Be very careful with milk and milk products: they frequently cause food intolerance, due to the lack of lactase (an intestinal enzyme that breaks down lactose into short-chain sugars). This also happens to many human beings.
2. Can diarrhea be due to intestinal parasites?
Yes, one of the most common causes of diarrhea are, as we said, intestinal parasites. In dogs, the most common are nematopods, hookworms, whipworms, trichinae and some protozoa.
All dogs are infested with parasites at some point in their lives, but most develop an immunity that keeps them at bay. However, sometimes, due to stress or lack of health, immunity can be lost, even temporarily.
3. Are there more possible causes of my dog's diarrhea?
Other probable causes of diarrhea are the side effects of some medications, situations of excitement, stress or anguish, changes in diet, dehydration ...
Overfeeding can also cause diarrhea, adjust your diet accurately.
4. So, how do I know what causes my dog's diarrhea and if it is serious or can I treat it at home?
The characteristics of the diarrhea and the general condition of the dog will help us to establish the guidelines to follow.
Its color, smell and frequency can be a clue to know if it originates in the small intestine or thick.
Depending on its duration, the diarrhea can be acute (appears suddenly and lasts little) or chronic (it appears gradually and lasts for three weeks or more, or it is recurrent and manifests itself every certain period of time).
Acute diarrhea is not serious, while chronic diarrhea will require veterinary research to find out its causes.
The color, consistency, smell, frequency and condition of the dog are also determining factors in establishing the diagnosis.
5. What can I do at home?
The gastrointestinal tract needs rest. Establishes a 24-hour fast period.
Try to have your dog drink water frequently in order to avoid dehydration.
If diarrhea persists, it may be appropriate to give an oral serum.
An antidiarrheal may be necessary to decrease intestinal motility. But consult your veterinarian before medicating.
Acute diarrhea usually subsides within 24 hours. Reintroduce foods with a low-fat diet (for example, cooked rice and chicken). Give him 3-4 small meals a day for two days and slowly return to the usual diet.
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Dogs are carnivorous but do not present hunters' predatory instincts. They are rather scavengers and, therefore, some great opportunists. Therefore, it is not surprising that they devour what they find quickly. It is about preventing them from being removed, without worrying about whether there are substances that they can not digest.
They eat garbage, rotting food, herbs and sometimes toxic plants, paper, plastic, pieces of your shirt ... Some of these products eliminate them partially by vomiting. Others go cheerfully on their way to their intestines.
1. And can they have food intolerances?
Of course yes. There are many foods susceptible to cause intolerances to our furry companion.
If a food produces intolerance, its consumption causes a rapid transit that results in diarrhea. We should not confuse food intolerance with allergy. The latter causes dermatitis, but rarely diarrhea.
Intolerance can be produced by many types of food: from some type of meat to eggs, spices, fruits, corn, wheat, soy, fats. This is one of the reasons why veterinarians recommend slowly introducing new feeding formulas.
Be very careful with milk and milk products: they frequently cause food intolerance, due to the lack of lactase (an intestinal enzyme that breaks down lactose into short-chain sugars). This also happens to many human beings.
2. Can diarrhea be due to intestinal parasites?
Yes, one of the most common causes of diarrhea are, as we said, intestinal parasites. In dogs, the most common are nematopods, hookworms, whipworms, trichinae and some protozoa.
All dogs are infested with parasites at some point in their lives, but most develop an immunity that keeps them at bay. However, sometimes, due to stress or lack of health, immunity can be lost, even temporarily.
3. Are there more possible causes of my dog's diarrhea?
Other probable causes of diarrhea are the side effects of some medications, situations of excitement, stress or anguish, changes in diet, dehydration ...
Overfeeding can also cause diarrhea, adjust your diet accurately.
4. So, how do I know what causes my dog's diarrhea and if it is serious or can I treat it at home?
The characteristics of the diarrhea and the general condition of the dog will help us to establish the guidelines to follow.
Its color, smell and frequency can be a clue to know if it originates in the small intestine or thick.
Depending on its duration, the diarrhea can be acute (appears suddenly and lasts little) or chronic (it appears gradually and lasts for three weeks or more, or it is recurrent and manifests itself every certain period of time).
Acute diarrhea is not serious, while chronic diarrhea will require veterinary research to find out its causes.
The color, consistency, smell, frequency and condition of the dog are also determining factors in establishing the diagnosis.
5. What can I do at home?
The gastrointestinal tract needs rest. Establishes a 24-hour fast period.
Try to have your dog drink water frequently in order to avoid dehydration.
If diarrhea persists, it may be appropriate to give an oral serum.
An antidiarrheal may be necessary to decrease intestinal motility. But consult your veterinarian before medicating.
Acute diarrhea usually subsides within 24 hours. Reintroduce foods with a low-fat diet (for example, cooked rice and chicken). Give him 3-4 small meals a day for two days and slowly return to the usual diet.
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