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My 5-year-old Maltese has diarrhea after salmon. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | neutered | 7 lbs

5 year old Maltese has had diarrhea for 4 days after feeding salmon.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 12th, 2018

Withhold food for 12 hours then offer him boiled boneless chicken and rice every 6 hours in small portions. if he is eating and not vomiting, continue with this diet for 2 days. After 2 days, you can put him back gradually on his normal food. If the diarrhea does not resolve, take Max to the vet to get treatment.

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