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My dog has diarrhea. Can I give Pepto Bismol? Is it safe for senior dogs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 10 years and 9 months old

Can I give my 11 year old pug pepto bismol for diarrhea? If so should I give liquid or pill form?

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Answered By Cara, DVM, cVMA

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2017

I would not recommend Pepto bishop for diarrhea, as the ingredients are often not well tolerated in dogs. You can feed some canned pumpkin or boiled chicken and rice to see if that helps but if it's not improving she may need to see your vet for treatment.

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