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Help! My puppy has diarrhea for the first time. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 5 months and 15 days old | 5.2 lbs

My puppy just had a diarrhea. What should I do? This is the first time he has ever had diarrhea.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 23rd, 2017

He might have eaten something spoiled that is causing this. withhold food for 12 hours then offer him 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 diarrhea does not resolve take him to the vet to get treatment.

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