Why is my puppy straining with watery diarrhea? What can I do?

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Puppy about 3 mts old. Eats both dry and can food. Somewhat playful. Strains to poop. Diarrhea squirts only, not hard poop at all. Why would she be poppinglike this ? And what can I do ? I can not afford to take her to the Vet. Help me please and thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Doberman Pinscher | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 4 days old | 2 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Lilly! When dogs have diarrhea they have the urge to poop even though they have very little stool to get out. So they strained and sometimes only a little poop comes out. Causes of diarrhea in young puppies are: viral infections-Parvo being the biggest concern. If she is not up to date on vaccines or has never received vaccines then Parvo is on the list. Other causes: other viral or bacterial infection, intestinal parasites, ate something gross outside that is upsetting her belly, toxin ingestion, or food sensitivity. I recommend starting a bland diet of boiled chicken or hamburger with rice. Feed her small frequent meals. Feed 1/4 cup every 8 hours. If Lilly stops eating, starts vomiting, becomes lethargic she needs to go to the Vet. She is so tiny she could deteriorate quickly. I hope this helps and I wish Lilly a speedy recovery!

Why is my puppy straining with watery diarrhea? What can I do?

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