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My dog has sudden diarrhea but is still eating and active. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year old | 36 lbs

My 1 year old dog has diarrhea with no mucus or blood in the feces. Should I be concerned? What might have happened since this happened in a span of 4 hours. He is eating, running, and drinking water still. I have given him some Pepto Bismol Incase its an upset stomach. What should I do?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 12th, 2019

Oaty might have eaten something spoiled that is causing this. 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 him to the vet to get treatment.

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