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Calculated Shard: 173 (from laksa090)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa173.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.amcny.org/pet_health_library/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.amcny.org/pet_health_library/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/","crawl_time":1776694010,"first_indexed_time":1668010006,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,amcny!www,\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/ s443","src_root_hash":"5325074240800139373","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Diarrhea in Pets: Causes and Treatments - The Animal Medical Center","meta_descriptions":["Diarrhea occurs when there is excess water in the stool due to either the colon’s inability to absorb water as it travels through the intestines"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Background\nDiarrhea is a common condition in which there is excess water in the stool due to either the colon’s inability to absorb water as it travels through the intestines or due to the excess secretion of water by the large intestine.\nDiarrhea may be either acute (one or more episodes of diarrhea lasting less than 14 days) or chronic (lasting more than 14 days or intermittent over 3-4 weeks).\nFor dogs, many cases of acute diarrhea can be attributed to a dietary indiscretion, which is less often the case for cats. Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea.\nDiarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines.\nSigns\nVeterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal.\n(Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets)\nPossible Causes\nThere are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are:\nBacterial infection\nSalmonella\nis a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines.\nCampylobacter\nis a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.\nBlockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract\nBlockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.\nCancer or tumor\nCancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body.\nDiet\nFood intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as\nSalmonella, Campylobacter\nand\nE coli\n.\nDrug-induced\nAntibiotics are a common cause.\nExocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)\nEPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea.\nFungal infection\nFungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow.\nHemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE)\nHGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese.\nHyperthyroidism\nHyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones.\nInflammatory bowel disease (IBD)\nis characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss.\nIntestinal parasites\nParasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets.\nKidney disease\nis the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood.\nLiver disease\nThe liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly.\nViral infection\nCanine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended.\nTreatment\nIf your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice.\nPuppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately.\nSuccessful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease.\nYour veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. These include de-wormers, antibiotics, vitamin or enzyme supplementation, steroids, or a diet change.\nIf your pet has diarrhea lasting over 24 hours, or is showing additional clinical signs such as vomiting, fever, blood in the stool, distress, lethargy, decreased appetite, or weight loss, seek veterinary care and bring a stool sample for testing.\nPrevention\nIn many cases, diarrhea can be prevented. Feed your pet a consistent diet, limit rich foods, and keep trash away from curious pets. 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We’re immensely proud of the wide ranging achievements and contributions of our alumni.\n\n[Alumni Relations](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/alumni-relations\/)\n\n![AMC's 1991 Class of Interns](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1991-Interns-e1686587930306-440x293.jpg)\n\n#### 2026 Pet Holidays and Veterinary Awareness Days\nPublic education is one of AMC’s founding principles and an enduring mission. Use this calendar to spread awareness of common pet health topics among your veterinary clients, colleagues, family, and friends.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/2026-pet-holidays-and-veterinary-awareness-days\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2026-Pet-Health-Holidays-440x293.jpg)\n\nClose\n\n### Supporters\n##### Our Impact\n##### Community Funds\n##### Get Involved\n##### Donor Honor Wall\n##### Attend an Event\n##### Donate Today\n##### Capital Campaign\n\n#### Our Impact\nWe’re able to do amazing things with the support of our donors. Take a look at the impact you make with your donation to the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/our-impact\/)\n\n![Three small dogs sit side by side](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/DSC_7435f-440x293.jpg)\n\n#### Community Funds\nAMC’s Community Funds assist animals whose owners are unable to afford either basic or lifesaving specialty care, as well as rescue animals, guide dogs, and retired police and military dogs.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/community-funds)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Chocolate-Fancy-Felines-e1624566839269-440x293.jpeg)\n\n#### Get Involved\nYour support of the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center promotes the health and well-being of our animal companions through comprehensive treatment, research, and education.\n\n![A bulldog lays on the floor](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/EJL-180926-1872-e1548625514161-294x198.jpg)\n\n#### Donate Today\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/?form=donate)\n\n#### Planned Giving\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/planned-giving\/)\n\n#### Donor Recognition Societies\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/donor-recognition-societies\/)\n\n#### More Ways to Support AMC\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/more-ways-to-support-amc\/)\n\n#### Donor Honor Wall\nThe Schwarzman Animal Medical Center extends its deepest gratitude to our committed and loyal supporters who enable us to provide compassionate care and train the veterinary leaders of tomorrow.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/donor-honor-wall\/)\n\n![A cat wearing a bowtie](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/DSC_8461-440x293.jpg)\n\n#### Attend an Event\nThe Schwarzman Animal Medical Center hosts regular events in the New York City area. Join us to connect with other pet owners, our veterinary community, and learn more about your pet’s health and well-being.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/events\/#event=)\n\n![AMC 2025 living legend Archie](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/living-legend-archie-e1747920854636-440x293.jpg)\n\n#### Donate Today\nAs a non-profit institution, AMC’s success is dependent in large part on the generous contributions of donors like you.\n\n[Donate](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/?form=donate)\n\n![Two bunnies cuddle](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/DSC_0733-e1556832145399-440x292.jpg)\n\n#### A Gift of Love\nBy adding 16,000 square feet of new construction to the hospital and renovating nearly 67,000 square feet of existing clinical and client space—a total of 83,000 square feet—the *Gift of Love* campaign will transform the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/capital-campaign\/)\n\n![Schwarzman AMC Exterior Rendering](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AMC-Exterior-Rendering-11-30-552x366-1-440x293.jpeg)\n\n24-Hour Emergency Services  [(212) 838-8100](<tel:(212) 838-8100>) 510 East 62nd Street   \n New York, NY 10065  [Contact Us](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/contact-us\/)\n\n- [Meet AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [About Us](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/about-us\/)\n  - [Mission and Values](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/mission-and-values\/)\n  - [Leadership](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/leadership\/)\n  - [Join our Team](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/join-our-team\/)\n  - [Events](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/events\/)\n  - [Press](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/press\/)\n  - [2025 Impact Report](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/2025-impact-report\/)\n- [Visit AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [Contact Us](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/contact-us\/)\n  - [Appointments](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/appointments\/)\n  - [About Your Visit](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/about-your-visit-what-to-expect)\n  - [Find A Doctor](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/find-a-doctor\/)\n- [Referrals](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/referrals)\n- [Donate](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [Make a Gift](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/?form=donate)\n  - [Membership](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/donor-recognition-societies\/)\n  - [Planned Giving](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/planned-giving\/)\n  - [Other Ways to Give](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/more-ways-to-support-amc\/)\n- [Pet Owner Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/usdan-institute-for-animal-health-education\/)\n\n- [Pet Owners]()\n- [Veterinary Community]()\n- [Supporters]()\n\n- [Meet AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [About Us](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/about-us\/)\n  - [Mission and Values](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/mission-and-values\/)\n  - [Leadership](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/leadership\/)\n  - [Join our Team](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/join-our-team\/)\n  - [Events](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/events\/)\n  - [Press](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/press\/)\n  - [2025 Impact Report](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/2025-impact-report\/)\n- [Visit AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [Contact Us](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/contact-us\/)\n  - [Appointments](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/appointments\/)\n  - [About Your Visit](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/about-your-visit-what-to-expect)\n  - [Find A Doctor](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/find-a-doctor\/)\n- [Referrals](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/referrals)\n- [Donate](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/)\n  - [Make a Gift](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/?form=donate)\n  - [Membership](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/donor-recognition-societies\/)\n  - [Planned Giving](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/planned-giving\/)\n  - [Other Ways to Give](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/more-ways-to-support-amc\/)\n- [Pet Owner Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/usdan-institute-for-animal-health-education\/)\n\n### Pet Owners\n[Close]()\n\n##### [Specialties & Services](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [Anesthesia & Pain Management](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/anesthesia-pain-management\/)\n- [Avian & Exotic Pet Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/avian-exotic-pet-medicine\/)\n- [Behavior](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/behavior\/)\n- [Cardiology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/cardiology\/)\n- [Dentistry & Oral Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/dentistry\/)\n- [Dermatology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/dermatology\/)\n- [Diagnostic Imaging](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/diagnostic-imaging\/)\n- [Emergency & Critical Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/emergency-critical-care\/)\n- [Hemodialysis](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/hemodialysis-and-extracorporeal-therapies\/)\n- [Integrative Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/sports-medicine-rehabilitation-integrative-medicine\/)\n- [Internal Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/internal-medicine\/)\n- [Interventional Radiology & Endoscopy](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/interventional-radiology-endoscopy\/)\n\n- [Minimally Invasive Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/minimally-invasive-surgery\/)\n- [Neurology & Neuroendoscopy](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/neurology\/)\n- [Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/oncolgy\/)\n- [Ophthalmology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/ophthalmology\/)\n- [Pathology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/pathology\/)\n- [Primary Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/primary-care)\n- [Radiation Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/radiation-oncology\/)\n- [Reptile & Amphibian Health](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/avian-exotic-pet-medicine\/)\n- [Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/sports-medicine-rehabilitation-integrative-medicine\/)\n- [Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/surgery\/)\n- [Surgical Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/surgical-oncology\/)\n- [Urgent Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/urgent-care\/)\n##### [Find A Doctor](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/find-a-doctor\/%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09)\n#### Find A Doctor\nThe Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care. Search our world-renowned staff by name, department, or condition.\n\n[Search Now](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/find-a-doctor\/)\n\n![A veterinary professional is about to kiss a dog on the nose](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/00334-e1594417872358-440x293.jpg)\n##### [About Your Visit](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/about-your-visit-what-to-expect%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09)\n#### About Your Visit\nGet ready for your visit to AMC with important information on parking, renovations, and hospital policies.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/visit-amc\/about-your-visit\/)\n\n![A man hugs a dog](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/EJL-190220-1732-Edit-440x293.jpg)\n##### [Financial Assistance](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [AMC's Options for Financial Aid](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/financial-assistance\/)\n- [Outside Sources of Financial Aid](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/outside-sources-of-financial-aid\/)\n##### [Our Blog](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/blog%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09)\n#### Our Blog\nWritten by staff oncologist and internist, Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, AMC’s weekly blog is an engaging and educational resource for pet owners looking for pet health tips and information.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/blog)\n\n![A smiling veterinarian sits on a couch next to a happy dog](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/EJL-180926-1526-440x293.jpg)\n##### [Ask the Vet Podcast](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/ask-the-vet-podcast\/%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09)\n#### Ask the Vet Podcast\nIn partnership with Sirius XM, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center presents ‘Ask the Vet,’ a podcast all about the pets we love and how to care for them. Dr. Ann Hohenhaus answers questions for pet parents, chats with leading animal experts, and talks about the most concerning issues for our furry friends.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/ask-the-vet-podcast\/)\n\n![Dr. Ann Hohenhaus examining a dog](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ann-Hohenhaus-examining-a-dog.jpg)\n##### [Pet Stories](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n#### Pet Stories\nPet stories showcases the remarkable spirit and courage of AMC’s patients and those who care for them.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-stories)\n\n![A puppy stands in a field of green grass](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Oliver-e1557948049707.jpg)\n##### [Social Work Services](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [Pet Loss Support Program](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-loss-support-program)\n- [Pet Loss Support Resources](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-loss-support-resources\/)\n- [About Social Work at AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/about-social-work-at-AMC)\n- [Pet Caregiver Support Group](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-caregiver-support-group\/)\n##### [Pet Health Resources](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [About the Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/usdan-institute-for-animal-health-education\/)\n- [Pet Health Library](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-health-library\/)\n- [Events](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/events\/#event=usdan-events)\n\n### Veterinary Community\n[Close]()\n\n##### [Specialties & Services](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [Anesthesia & Pain Management](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/anesthesia-pain-management\/)\n- [Avian & Exotic Pet Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/avian-exotic-pet-medicine\/)\n- [Behavior](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/behavior\/)\n- [Cardiology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/cardiology\/)\n- [Dentistry & Oral Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/dentistry\/)\n- [Dermatology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/dermatology\/)\n- [Diagnostic Imaging](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/diagnostic-imaging\/)\n- [Emergency & Critical Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/emergency-critical-care\/)\n- [Hemodialysis](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/hemodialysis-and-extracorporeal-therapies\/)\n- [Integrative Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/sports-medicine-rehabilitation-integrative-medicine\/)\n- [Internal Medicine](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/internal-medicine\/)\n- [Interventional Radiology & Endoscopy](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/interventional-radiology-endoscopy\/)\n\n- [Minimally Invasive Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/minimally-invasive-surgery\/)\n- [Neurology & Neuroendoscopy](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/neurology\/)\n- [Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/oncolgy\/)\n- [Ophthalmology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/ophthalmology\/)\n- [Pathology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/pathology\/)\n- [Primary Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/community-practice\/)\n- [Radiation Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/radiation-oncology\/)\n- [Reptile & Amphibian Health](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/avian-exotic-pet-medicine\/)\n- [Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/sports-medicine-rehabilitation-integrative-medicine\/)\n- [Surgery](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialities\/surgery\/)\n- [Surgical Oncology](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/surgical-oncology\/)\n- [Urgent Care](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet-owners\/specialties\/urgent-care\/)\n##### [Referrals](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [Referral Form & Procedures](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/referrals)\n- [Referral Coordinators](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/referral-coordinators\/)\n- [Send & Receive Medical Records](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/medical-records\/)\n##### [Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [Postgraduate Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/postgraduate-education\/)\n- [Continuing Education](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/meet-amc\/events\/#event=pip)\n- [rDVM Newsletter](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/rdvm-newsletter\/)\n##### [Research](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n- [About Research at AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/about-research-at-amc\/)\n- [Clinical Trials](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/clinical-trials)\n##### [Being an LVT at AMC](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n#### Being a Veterinary Technician at AMC\nBeing a Veterinary Technician at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is a highly rewarding career in a role that’s critical to the lifesaving care we deliver every day. Our Veterinary Technicians are trusted team members with a high degree of leadership and decision authority, and our culture of learning supports our LVTs with opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and growth.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/being-a-veterinary-technician-at-amc\/)\n\n![A Licensed Veterinary Technician with a dog](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/LVT-Director-with-a-Dog-440x293.jpg)\n##### [One Health](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n#### The Ann and Charles Johnson One Health Institute\nThe Ann and Charles Johnson One Health Institute supports the One Health approach to medicine, recognizing the growing connection between the health of animals, people, and the environment.\n\n[Learn More](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/the-ann-and-charles-johnson-one-health-institute-at-the-schwarzman-animal-medical-center\/)\n\n![Dr. Allyson Berent lectures at AMC's One Health Conference](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dr-Allyson-Berent-440x293.jpg)\n##### [Alumni Relations](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/pet_health_library\/diarrhea-causes-and-treatments\/%0D%0A%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%20%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09%09javascript:void\\(0\\))\n#### Alumni Relations\nSince 1964, thousands of veterinarians have graduated from AMC’s postgraduate education programs. 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Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea.\n\nDiarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines.\n\n### Signs\nVeterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal.\n\n[![Fecal scoring chart](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)\n```\n(Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets)\n```\n\n### Possible Causes\nThere are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are:\n\n**Bacterial infection** *Salmonella* is a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines. *Campylobacter* is a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.\n\n**Blockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract** Blockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.\n\n**Cancer or tumor** Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body.\n\n**Diet** Food intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as *Salmonella, Campylobacter* and *E coli*.\n\n**Drug-induced** Antibiotics are a common cause.\n\n**Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)** EPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea.\n\n**Fungal infection** Fungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow.\n\n**Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE)** HGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese.\n\n**Hyperthyroidism** Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones.\n\n**Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)** is characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss.\n\n**Intestinal parasites** Parasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets.\n\n**Kidney disease** is the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood.\n\n**Liver disease** The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly.\n\n**Viral infection** Canine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended.\n\n### Treatment\nIf your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice.\n\n- Puppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately.\n- Successful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease.\n- Your veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. These include de-wormers, antibiotics, vitamin or enzyme supplementation, steroids, or a diet change.\n\n*If your pet has diarrhea lasting over 24 hours, or is showing additional clinical signs such as vomiting, fever, blood in the stool, distress, lethargy, decreased appetite, or weight loss, seek veterinary care and bring a stool sample for testing.*\n\n### Prevention\nIn many cases, diarrhea can be prevented. Feed your pet a consistent diet, limit rich foods, and keep trash away from curious pets. Your pet should also get the recommended vaccinations according to your veterinarian and should also be tested annually for intestinal parasites.\n\n### Make an Appointment\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Phoenix_dog_Feliza-veterinary-technician.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Jack_cat_Amy-veterinary-technician.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tumbelina_dog_with-ER-veterinarians.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mystery_cat_with-veterinarian.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Frances_cat_with-veterinarian.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tortoise-in-amc-er.jpg)\n\n#### Emergency & Critical Care\nAs New York City's only Level 1 Veterinary Trauma Center at a hospital accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), AMC is the premier veterinary emergency room in the tri-state area. 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Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea.\n\nDiarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines.\n\n### Signs\nVeterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal.\n\n[![Fecal scoring chart](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amcny.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)\n```\n(Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets)\n```\n\n### Possible Causes\nThere are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are:\n\n**Bacterial infection** *Salmonella* is a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines. *Campylobacter* is a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.\n\n**Blockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract** Blockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.\n\n**Cancer or tumor** Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body.\n\n**Diet** Food intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as *Salmonella, Campylobacter* and *E coli*.\n\n**Drug-induced** Antibiotics are a common cause.\n\n**Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)** EPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea.\n\n**Fungal infection** Fungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow.\n\n**Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE)** HGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese.\n\n**Hyperthyroidism** Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones.\n\n**Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)** is characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss.\n\n**Intestinal parasites** Parasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets.\n\n**Kidney disease** is the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood.\n\n**Liver disease** The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly.\n\n**Viral infection** Canine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended.\n\n### Treatment\nIf your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice.\n\n- Puppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately.\n- Successful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease.\n- Your veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. 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Boilerpipe Text	Background Diarrhea is a common condition in which there is excess water in the stool due to either the colon’s inability to absorb water as it travels through the intestines or due to the excess secretion of water by the large intestine. Diarrhea may be either acute (one or more episodes of diarrhea lasting less than 14 days) or chronic (lasting more than 14 days or intermittent over 3-4 weeks). For dogs, many cases of acute diarrhea can be attributed to a dietary indiscretion, which is less often the case for cats. Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea. Diarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines. Signs Veterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal. (Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets) Possible Causes There are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are: Bacterial infection Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines. Campylobacter is a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Blockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract Blockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cancer or tumor Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body. Diet Food intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as Salmonella, Campylobacter and E coli . Drug-induced Antibiotics are a common cause. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) EPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea. Fungal infection Fungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) HGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese. Hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. Intestinal parasites Parasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets. Kidney disease is the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood. Liver disease The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly. Viral infection Canine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended. Treatment If your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice. Puppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately. Successful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease. Your veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. These include de-wormers, antibiotics, vitamin or enzyme supplementation, steroids, or a diet change. If your pet has diarrhea lasting over 24 hours, or is showing additional clinical signs such as vomiting, fever, blood in the stool, distress, lethargy, decreased appetite, or weight loss, seek veterinary care and bring a stool sample for testing. Prevention In many cases, diarrhea can be prevented. Feed your pet a consistent diet, limit rich foods, and keep trash away from curious pets. Your pet should also get the recommended vaccinations according to your veterinarian and should also be tested annually for intestinal parasites.
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Diarrhea may be either acute (one or more episodes of diarrhea lasting less than 14 days) or chronic (lasting more than 14 days or intermittent over 3-4 weeks). For dogs, many cases of acute diarrhea can be attributed to a dietary indiscretion, which is less often the case for cats. Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea. Diarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines. ### Signs Veterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal. [![Fecal scoring chart](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg) ``` (Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets) ``` ### Possible Causes There are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are: Bacterial infection Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines. Campylobacter is a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Blockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract Blockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cancer or tumor Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body. Diet Food intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as Salmonella, Campylobacter and E coli. Drug-induced Antibiotics are a common cause. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) EPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea. Fungal infection Fungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) HGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese. Hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. Intestinal parasites Parasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets. Kidney disease is the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood. Liver disease The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly. Viral infection Canine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended. ### Treatment If your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice. - Puppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately. - Successful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease. - Your veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. These include de-wormers, antibiotics, vitamin or enzyme supplementation, steroids, or a diet change. If your pet has diarrhea lasting over 24 hours, or is showing additional clinical signs such as vomiting, fever, blood in the stool, distress, lethargy, decreased appetite, or weight loss, seek veterinary care and bring a stool sample for testing. ### Prevention In many cases, diarrhea can be prevented. Feed your pet a consistent diet, limit rich foods, and keep trash away from curious pets. Your pet should also get the recommended vaccinations according to your veterinarian and should also be tested annually for intestinal parasites. ### Make an Appointment ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Phoenix_dog_Feliza-veterinary-technician.jpg) ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Jack_cat_Amy-veterinary-technician.jpg) ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tumbelina_dog_with-ER-veterinarians.jpg) ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mystery_cat_with-veterinarian.jpg) ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Frances_cat_with-veterinarian.jpg) ![](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/tortoise-in-amc-er.jpg) #### Emergency & Critical Care As New York City's only Level 1 Veterinary Trauma Center at a hospital accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), AMC is the premier veterinary emergency room in the tri-state area. 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Readable Markdown	![Dog pooping](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dog-poop-340x230.jpg) ### Background Diarrhea is a common condition in which there is excess water in the stool due to either the colon’s inability to absorb water as it travels through the intestines or due to the excess secretion of water by the large intestine. Diarrhea may be either acute (one or more episodes of diarrhea lasting less than 14 days) or chronic (lasting more than 14 days or intermittent over 3-4 weeks). For dogs, many cases of acute diarrhea can be attributed to a dietary indiscretion, which is less often the case for cats. Cats, in fact, are more likely to have cases of chronic diarrhea. Diarrhea may be a clinical sign of an intestinal problem or a disorder not involving the intestines. ### Signs Veterinarians use fecal scoring scales in order to standardize their assessment of a pet’s stool. One of the common fecal scoring charts uses a 7-point scale. A score of 1 is a very hard and dry stool while a score of 7 is watery diarrhea. A score of 2 or 3 is considered normal. [![Fecal scoring chart](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg)](https://www.amcny.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Fecal-scoring-chart-without-header-scaled.jpg) ``` (Photo credit: Purina ProPlan Veterinary Diets) ``` ### Possible Causes There are many reasons why dogs have diarrhea. Some of the more common causes are: Bacterial infection Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation of the intestines. Campylobacter is a type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis, or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Blockage or obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract Blockage or obstruction is an emergency condition that can be caused by a foreign body, folding of the intestines, bloat, or constipation. Common signs of GI obstruction include pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cancer or tumor Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow and reproduce, often in a mass called a tumor. These abnormal cells have the ability to spread to surrounding tissues or other areas in the body. Diet Food intolerance or allergy occurs when substances that are inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body, stimulate the immune system, resulting in inflammation. Pets can have allergies to substances in the air or in food. Food poisoning can be the result of food and water becoming contaminated with bacteria such as Salmonella, Campylobacter and E coli. Drug-induced Antibiotics are a common cause. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) EPI is caused by an insufficient secretion of the digestive enzymes by the pancreas. This can lead to an inability to digest nutrients properly, leading to diarrhea. Fungal infection Fungal infections, such as Histoplasmosis in dogs, can infect multiple organs, such as the lungs, intestines, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and bone marrow. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) HGE is a life-threatening disease characterized by a large volume of bloody diarrhea and vomiting. This is often accompanied by hemoconcentration, or a decreased volume of plasma to red blood cells in the blood. It is not contagious and is typically seen in small dogs, such as Yorkshire terriers, Miniature pinschers, Miniature schnauzers, Miniature poodles, and Maltese. Hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland, which controls metabolism, is overactive and leads to an increased level of thyroid hormones. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by clinical signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. Intestinal parasites Parasites in the stomach or intestines can be a cause of diarrhea or other clinical signs in pets. Kidney disease is the decreased ability for the kidneys to filter waste products from the blood. Liver disease The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the body. Liver failure is the inability of the liver to function properly. Viral infection Canine parvovirus, feline panleukopenia, canine distemper virus, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) can also cause diarrhea. These diseases are highly contagious and can be life threatening. Immediate veterinary care is recommended. ### Treatment If your dog or cat is healthy and showing no other signs, you can take a “wait-and-see” approach to allow the digestive system to rest. Withhold food for 24 hours and restrict water to small drinks every few hours. Offer bland food afterwards, such as boiled, skinless chicken, and white rice. - Puppies and kittens with diarrhea should see a veterinarian immediately. - Successful management of diarrhea requires treatment of the underlying condition or disease. - Your veterinarian may prescribe certain treatments depending on the underlying cause. These include de-wormers, antibiotics, vitamin or enzyme supplementation, steroids, or a diet change. If your pet has diarrhea lasting over 24 hours, or is showing additional clinical signs such as vomiting, fever, blood in the stool, distress, lethargy, decreased appetite, or weight loss, seek veterinary care and bring a stool sample for testing. ### Prevention In many cases, diarrhea can be prevented. Feed your pet a consistent diet, limit rich foods, and keep trash away from curious pets. Your pet should also get the recommended vaccinations according to your veterinarian and should also be tested annually for intestinal parasites.
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