What are the causes of dog diarrhea?

The possible causes of dog diarrhea include foreign object injuries, parasites, and viral infections. Due to the numerous causes of dog diarrhea, it is not recommended to blindly use medication to avoid delaying the dog's condition. When a dog has diarrhea, observe the dog's mental state, appetite, temperature, and whether it has been vaccinated and dewormed on time. If the dog shows signs of refusing to eat or drink and appears depressed, the problem is likely severe.

Firstly, when a dog accidentally eats a foreign object that injures its intestines, it can lead to diarrhea. This may also be accompanied by vomiting, coughing, and refusing to eat. In this case, it is necessary to take the dog for X-ray examination to check the size and location of the foreign object, and then develop a targeted treatment plan.

Secondly, when a dog is infected with parasites, the parasites moving in the dog's gastrointestinal tract can damage the intestines and cause diarrhea. For example, long-term lack of deworming can lead to parasites such as tapeworms and coccidia. In addition to diarrhea, the dog may also show symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and weight loss. It is necessary to deworm the dog and use pet-specific probiotics to help regulate the dog's gastrointestinal tract.

Additionally, if a dog has diarrhea but hasn't received timely vaccinations or has incomplete vaccinations, it is necessary to consider whether the condition is caused by viral infectious diseases, such as distemper, parvovirus, and canine coronavirus. Besides diarrhea, the dog may also show symptoms such as vomiting, dehydration, fever, and loss of appetite. Clinical treatment usually involves a combination of causal and symptomatic interventions.

Finally, it is essential to vaccinate and deworm dogs on time in daily life to ensure their health. When taking the dog outdoors, always wear a leash or muzzle to prevent the dog from eating anything harmful.