My puppy has been getting dieharia for 2 days now should i worry and What could it be. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 5 months and 2 days old

If Kiki has mild diarrhea but is acting normal and has a good appetite, she may have ingested something she shouldn't have - puppies explore the world with their mouth, and sometimes they eat things that can upset their GI tracts! You can give her some bland food (white rice and lowfat cooked chicken) and see if it improves in the next day or two. Many mild cases of diarrhea are self-limiting and will resolve with bland food. If, however, the diarrhea is severe, or is accompanied by a decreased appetite or vomiting, or continues more than a couple days, Kiki should be seen by a vet. Diarrhea can be caused by many things including stress, diet changes, and infections, and your vet will be able to help differentiate what's going on and start her on medication if needed. Hope this helps!

Diarrhea in puppies can result from a viral or bacterial infection or internal parasites. Also any diet change or stress can also cause diarrhea. If it is bloody or vomiting starts with a change in appetite than she needs to be seen by a vet immediately. If not you can try a bland diet such as chicken and rice and check with your vet when able. .

It is extremely common for a puppy to get diarrhea from a change in diet and the stress caused by coming to a new home. He could also have parasites. If he's acting normal otherwise, you could start by feeding a bland diet of plain boiled chicken and white rice. Feed small amounts more frequently. If the diarrhea resolves, then start to slowly transition him back to a regular puppy food. If the diarrhea continues or he starts to act lethargic, vomit or loses his appetite, I would take him to your veterinarian to have an examination. I would also recommend fecal testing at that time to look for parasites.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Kiki! The concern I have for Kiki is how long and how much vomiting and diarrhea she has had. Dehydration is a real concern for a dog her size. It is best that she gets seen by your Vet today. They can decide if she needs blood work or X-rays. They can at least give her fluids, antacids, something to stop the vomiting and medication for her diarrhea. Causes of vomiting and diarrhea are: dietary indiscretion (eating something gross), intestinal parasites, toxins, metabolic conditions (liver, kidney disease), viral and or bacterial infections. If you want to try her at home, I would withhold food for 12-24 hours and water for 6 hours. In 6 hours offer ice cubes or very small amounts of water. If she stops vomiting then tomorrow start "sip and nibble" of a bland diet of boiled chicken or hamburger with rice as small frequent meals. Feed 1 cup per 20 lbs of body wait until stools are normal. If she continues to vomit while being fasted or when food is restarted she needs to be seen. ideally she should be evaluated today. Good luck!