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My puppy is very sick, barely moving, and has liquid poop. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 20 days old

My two puppies got sick with a bacterial infection (just an assumption, can't go to the veterinarian), but the first puppy who was contaminated pulled through. The second one, however, is doing worse and worse by the day. He barely moves at all, and can no longer control his bowels, pooping liquid as he sleeps (no blood, it's clear). I think he is dying, and if he is, what am I to do ?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 5th, 2019

Hi, and thanks for your question. These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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