My dog has diarrhea. Is it safe to give him Pepto or Imodium?

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My 10 year old Doberman (100lbs) has had dihhoera for the last couple days. I’m sure he’s had a bad piece of meat. Is it okay to give him pepto or loperamide to help him stop the frequent bowel movements? Pet's info: Dog | Doberman Pinscher | Male | unneutered | 100 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately it's illegal for us to recommend using any OTC drugs in dogs without see them in person. I can give you a home remedy to see if that helps Brutus. Withhold food for 12-24 hours, then feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If the diarrhea continues on the bland diet, he starts vomiting food, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away. Best of luck.

My dog has diarrhea. Is it safe to give him Pepto or Imodium?

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