How to Cure Dog Diarrhea?

Stop all food for 12–24 hours if your dog is an adult and otherwise healthy

Provide plenty of fresh water

Offer small amounts of bland food after the fast, such as boiled chicken and white rice

Feed small, frequent meals

Keep your dog on the bland diet for 2–3 days

Add a probiotic made for dogs

Avoid treats, table scraps, and fatty foods

Check for recent diet changes and return to the previous food if needed

Make sure your dog is up to date on deworming and parasite prevention

Clean up any possible toxins, garbage, or spoiled food access

Monitor for vomiting, lethargy, blood in stool, fever, or dehydration

Contact a veterinarian if diarrhea lasts more than 24–48 hours

Contact a veterinarian immediately if your dog is a puppy, senior, or has other health problems

Contact a veterinarian immediately if there is blood, black stool, severe weakness, repeated vomiting, or signs of dehydration

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