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My dog has diarrhea. Should I take him to the vet right now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Puggle | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 7 months old | 25 lbs

My dog has diarrhea should I take him in? It started late this morning and it's now 9:02 pm

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 21st, 2017

If the diarrhea is profuse and very watery, if you're seeing blood, or if Radar is vomiting or lethargic I would recommend seeing an emergency veterinarian tonight. Otherwise you are likely safe to wait until the morning to see your regular veterinarian. If you can collect a stool sample to take with you it can be helpful.

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