My dog has diarrhea, warm ears, and is restless. What should I do?

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Hi my dog had trouble sleeping last night and couldn't get back to sleep. She wouldn't stop crying and pacing around the room trying to find a comfortable place to stay, but she wouldn't stop whining. This morning when she went to the restroom she had diarrhea and last night her ears were really warm. I don't know if she could have jumped up on the counter or something and ate some food that she's not supposed too Or if she just has a bug? Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Either situation is possible. Diarrhea has multiple causes, so an exam and diagnostics are usually required to pinpoint the cause. If she is behaving normally otherwise, you can try withholding food for 24 hours. Allow small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte every hour during this fast. Resume feeding a bland diet in small, frequent amounts. Begin with one tablespoon of food every hour and gradually increase the amount. Feed bland until her stool is normal then transition slowly to the regular diet. Monitor for persistent diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite or abdominal pain. These are symptoms that should be addressed by your veterinarian.

My dog has diarrhea, warm ears, and is restless. What should I do?

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