My dog ate pokeweed. He has diarrhea and gas. What should I do?

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Dog had diarrhea & gas since Tues just saw he ate pokeweed stalk & leaves. Diarrhea still today imodium helped stomach rumbling, just ate chick & rice. Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Male | neutered | 10 years and 11 months old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Pokeweed can cause severe GI upset when ingested. Withhold food for 12-24 hours. Allow small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte. Resume feeding a bland diet ( boiled boneless / skinless chicken and plain white rice) in small, frequent amounts. Feed until the stool is normal then transition slowly to the regular diet. If the diarrhea does not resolve, see your veterinarian. Restrict access to or remove the pokeweed to prevent future episodes.

My dog ate pokeweed. He has diarrhea and gas. What should I do?

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