My dog has diarrhea for 12 hours and won't eat. What can I do?

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My dog has had diarrhoea for about 12 hours and she won’t eat what should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 3 months old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. As most of these episodes are dietary related, if she starts eating again you could try to start feeding with a bland diet based on boiled chicken and rice in small portion every 6 hours for the following 48hours. Then gradually reintroduce the normal diet over 5 days. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My dog has diarrhea for 12 hours and won't eat. What can I do?

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