My 8-week-old lab puppy has diarrhea but seems fine. What's wrong?

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I have an 8 week old lab she has had diarrhea for a little over 24 hours, she is eating, drinking, and acting fine but I'm concerned for her. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 11 days old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Diarrhea is concerning when occurs in a puppy as it can be seen with serious gastrointestinal infections such as Parvovirus. Other possibilities include intestinal worms and dietary indiscretion, among other possibilities. The fact that she is otherwise feeling well makes something like intestinal parasites more likely. The sooner these conditions are treated the better the outcome tends to be. For this reason, I recommend that you have Ellie evaluated by your veterinarian to check for these possibilities and to start therapy based on findings. At the very least they can address dehydration if present and start her on anti-diarrhea medications. Good luck! Keeping my fingers crossed for your girl!

My 8-week-old lab puppy has diarrhea but seems fine. What's wrong?

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