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Start by mixing ½ tablespoon of dishwashing liquid like Dawn and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar into 2 cups of warm water. Using a clean, white cloth, sponge the stain with the detergent-vinegar solution and then blot until the liquid is absorbed.
o Food- either too old, left out too long, or exposed to high temperatures. Such exposure can happen while being transported to the pet store. Bugs and flies may have climbed into open bags, laid eggs and left droppings during packaging or in your home after they being opened.
Don’t do it! A few moments of cute isn’t worth cleaning up when your dog has diarrhea.
When should I be concerned about my dogs diarrhea?
Why is this such an important question?
If you notice small amounts of blood, or blood streaking, in your puppy’s diarrhea, Dr. Evans noted that this can sometimes be a sign that your puppy is suffering from colitis (aka. a chronic digestive disease that causes an inflammatory reaction in the colon).
The list below is great to help with firming up bowels after you have cleared with your veterinarian that there is nothing serious causing your pup’s diarrhea.
In puppies, infection with Toxocara canis usually occurs by transfer into the developing fetus through the placenta. The worms can be found in the intestines of the puppies as early as 1 week after birth. Pups may also be infected while nursing. If pups less than 3 months old eat the eggs that have been in the environment for at least 4 weeks, the eggs hatch, releasing larvae that penetrate the intestinal wall. The larvae migrate through the liver, reach the lungs via the bloodstream, are coughed up, swallowed, and mature to egg-producing adults in the small intestine. Many larvae will be carried by the bloodstream to other parts of the dog’s body and remain in the tissues of the dog for years in an inactive form. If immune system suppression occurs, these larvae can become active.
In addition to cutting out processed foods, fiber-rich foods can help your dog’s stool become firmer. Fiber-rich foods can also regulate his bowel movements and prevent stomach aches. There are several fiber-food supplements on the market, which are safe and effective. However, canned pumpkin can also firm your dog’s stool. It is a natural source of fiber and can provide relief from upset stomach.
You shouldn’t feed your pup french fries every day since too many fries can give him an upset stomach and lead to dehydration, weight gain or pancreatitis. “If you do . Read more
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