My dog has bloody diarrhea, vet closed. What should I do at home?

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My mini poodle has diarrhea and blood in his diarrhea but his vet is closed today and I'm nt really able to go to the 24hr vet what should I do unroll he see the vet? P.s he only has to wait till today I understand the seriousness of this situation. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 7 months old | 8 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Charlie! Blood in the stool indicates inflammation in the colon and we usually like to start dogs on antibiotics when they have blood in the stool. If Charlie is acting normal, not vomiting and is eating I think he can wait for your Vet to open tomorrow. If he is vomiting and not acting normal you should take him in an emergency hospital. The causes for diarrhea are: intestinal parasites, viral or bacterial infections, dietary indiscretion, new treat, food or table scraps, pancreatitis, toxin ingestion, food allergy or intolerance. Most of the time we do not ever know the underlying cause. If the diarrhea is bad then fast him for 12-24 hours, do not limit water. Then resume feeding as a bland diet of boiled chicken or hamburger with rice. Feed 1 cup per 20 lbs per day until 2 days of normal stools. I hope this helps and I wish Charlie a speedy recovery!

My dog has bloody diarrhea, vet closed. What should I do at home?

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