My 5-week-old puppy is pooping often and not sleeping. How to help?

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My 5 week old Black lab is poop more than normal (roughly every 30mins) he isn't getting much sleep because of it and we aren't sure how to change it. What can I do to help his issue? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 5 days old | 12 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

These signs could be compatible with a colitis, which is an inflammation of the last part of the colon, usually related to dietary indiscretion. As a first approach, I would suggest to start feeding with a bland diet based on boiled chicken and rice in small portion every 6 hours for the following 48hours. Then gradually reintroduce the normal diet over 5 days. I would definitively recommend a veterinary check up if the signs persist or you notice vomiting, lethargy or inappetence. 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!

My 5-week-old puppy is pooping often and not sleeping. How to help?

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