My dog ate raw hamburger and now has watery diarrhea. What to do?

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My dog jumped up onto the counter and ate raw hamburger yesterday, now he has watery diarrhea. I'm not sure what to do. Could you please give me some advice? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 9 months old | 25 lbs

Anna M., DVM · Accepted Answer

I recommend feeding him a bland diet of white rice and boiled lowfat chicken breast. Small frequent feedings are best, and adding a bit of extra water (to a "gruel" consistency) will help prevent dehydration. Once his symptoms resolve, you can gradually mix in his normal food and transition him back to his kibble over a few days. If the diarrhea lasts more than 2-3 days, or if at any point he loses his appetite or starts vomiting, then it's best to see the vet, as he may need prescription medication to calm his stomach and get back on track. Hope this helps. Here's an article with a bit more information on treating upset stomach. https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-treat-your-dogs-upset-stomach/

My dog ate raw hamburger and now has watery diarrhea. What to do?

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