diarrhea in dogs.

Tobyotter, Flickr Diarrhea, a condition which is medically defined as having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements a day, is a common affliction for household dogs. As part of a Paw Nation series providing background about the medical problems your pet may suffer, we spoke to Dr. Cynthia Leveille-Webster, professor of internal medicine at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. What are the signs that my dog has diarrhea? Aside from loose poops (or maybe accidents on the new carpet), frequency, blood in the stool and weight loss may indicate a problem with diarrhea. If problems persist after a couple of days, it may be time to take action. ...

bitslammer, Flickr Giardia is an intestinal infection caused by an organism that can be potentially serious for household dogs if they are young, malnourished or debilitated. As part of a Paw Nation series providing background about the medical problems your pet may suffer, we spoke to Dr. Jon M. Fletcher from the department of internal medicine at Southeast Veterinary Specialists in Metairie, La., to get some insights about the condition. You should always consult your veterinarian before giving medication or supplements to your pet. What are the signs that my dog has giardia? Soft, frothy diarrhea is the primary clinical sign. How common is giardia in dogs? Giardiasis has a reported ...