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What to do if my dog has bloody diarrhea and I can't afford a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 4 months old

My 7 year old Shih Tzu has been having diarrhea for the last 4 days. As of today there's blood in his stool which is diarrhea. Unfortunately, I do not have the money to afford a vet at this time what can I do?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 17th, 2017

He might have eaten something spoiled that is causing this. withhold food for 12 hours then offer Noah boiled boneless chicken and rice every 6 hours in small portions. if he is eating and not vomiting, continue with this diet for 2 days. After 2 days, you can put him back gradually on his normal food. If the bloody diarrhea does not resolve, you will have to find a way to take him to the vet to get treatment.

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