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My puppy ate earthworms and has diarrhea. What should I do now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 10 week old toy poodle has eaten dead/ dried earth worms. He has had diarrhea for almost two days off and on. Otherwise he eats, drink fine and acting normal. What should I do?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 7th, 2018

Apparently the earthworm protein is not compatible with your dog's digestion. I suggest you take him off all food for 12 hours and then feed him boiled white rice with boiled white boneless chicken in small quantities over several feeds a day. Do this for 2 days, then slowly transition back to his normal dog food over two or three days. By then the diarrhea should have stopped. Make sure he has plenty of water available at all times. Should he deteriorate or should the diarrhea get bloody, you will need to take your dog to a vet for an exam and treatment,

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