My puppy has diarrhea for days. Should I take her to the vet?

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My Bernese mountain dog puppy has been having diarrhea since Thursday. She has been having diarrhea off and on since Thursday. Last night she woke up every hour with diarrhea. She eats fine & plays with our other dog, but I’m nervous about this diarrhea. Pet's info: Dog | Bernese Mountain Dog | Female | unspayed | 23 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Lulu. I would recommend that she sees her veterinarian. You have given it long enough for the diarrhea to potentially resolve on its own. She will likely need fecal testing and a medication at this point. Being a puppy it is easy for her to become dehydrated from losing excess fluid in her stool. Offer her plenty of water. She may be experiencing intestinal parasites, a bacterial infection or overgrowth related to stress or a diet change. Other times a definite cause is not determined and supportive treatment is recommended. I hope this information helps!

My puppy has diarrhea for days. Should I take her to the vet?

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