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My dog just woke up with diarrhea. Is this a serious concern?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | spayed | 9 months and 16 days old | 18 lbs

Hello! My dog has been waking up with terrible diarrhea for a few hours now. Just wondering if this is cause for concern?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 24th, 2019

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Rory. Diarrhea is always a concern because it's not normal. I can give you a home remedy to see if that helps. Feed him 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. I hope this helps!

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