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My dog has diarrhea, yellow pee, and won't eat. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 4 months and 6 days old | 6 lbs

my dog is having diarrhoea,yellow colouration of urine and lost of appetite.how to treat him?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 12th, 2017

This is a quite generic but concerning sign. Differentials are many, from gastrointestinal diseases (infection/inflammations often dietary related) to any disease that can spread systemically (causing lethargy for example) like infection. Urine could be more concentrated than normal (given the inappetence and the diarrhoea causing mild dehydration). The approach must be logic, starting from offering different kind of food (a bland diet would be best- boiled chicken and rice). A check up is needed if inappetence last for more than 24hours. If that was the case urine analysis could Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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    Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

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    Published on June 26th, 2020

    Without a full clinical exam it would be impossible for your vets, or us, to guess what may be causing the symptoms. Urine discolouration can occur for many reasons - increased concentration due to dehydration, some toxins and foods, breakdown of blood or muscle products and liver disease are all possible causes. IF signs persist or Midnight develops any additional symptoms, especially changes to thirst or appetite, vomiting or weight loss I would recommend urgent examination and blood work under sedation to determine the underlying cause and guide ongoing treatment, In the meantime try to encourage fluid intake with moist/wet food to help with urine dilution

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    Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 12th, 2020

    Hello. The color of urine can vary throughout the day, based on how much fluids have been consumed, how long the urine was held before urinating, even based on possible dyes in food, medications & treats. I would not be too concerned unless the urine takes on a brownish, or bloody tinge, or if Romeo seems to be drinking excessive amounts of water. Any concerns, your veterinarian can collect & analyze a urine sample ( but please stay away from the urine tests you can buy in pet stores, they are worthless ). Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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