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Jenna AK · 11-19-2010, 09:51 PM

Jenna hasn't been feeling too well today. She's been coughing/trying to dry heave a bit this morning, and most recently after drinking some water about 30 minutes ago.
I've had to take her outdoors twice to potty and the first time (about 2 pm) she started off firm, then got loose...this last time-a few hours ago-all watery. She ran down the road and tried to go again, but nothing much more came, only gas.
(It's also just been snowing the last few days and she's gotten some snow up her nose and in her mouth...so I'm wondering if just dirty snow has upset her stomach?)
I am not sure what she may have eaten that could have started this. She's been fine until a few days ago, when she was actually too firm and unable to go for a whole day. So I stopped her dry food (Royal Canin YT 28) and just gave her canned (DVP Natural Balance Ultra Premium) all day on Wednesday until she was able to go. Yesterday evening , she did have some dry food again.
She is also having a few treats after her walks called Training Tips (also by DVP), lamb flavor I think. Unless she got into something of ours, or my cats' food (they are sloppy eaters and tend to drop pieces on the floor that I don't always spot) I can't figure out what could've gotten this started?
She recently (2 weeks ago) was eating DVP Bison and Sweet Potato canned food, but I had to stop that while we fished around for a cause of a recent ear infection. (one vet told me it was food allergies, the one who cleared her up said yeast infection)

We also stopped giving her C.E.T. dental chews over two weeks ago, so I don't think that's the problem. Is it? They kind of kept her regular, but also contained yeast and chlorhexidrine, which may have contributed to the ear problem.
The only other thing I can think is, I stupidly gave her a taste (like a little fingernail full) of a Cowpals Cheddar Snack last night that I was eating. But I can't imagine such a small piece of human food would make her this ill....would it?

Anyway, she won't get that again, as I've read a lot of folks here really think dairy is not good for these dogs, or any pet. So....

AND, she cannot eat even boiled chicken, it also gives her diarrhea. If I fix her some rice, what do I mix it with to get her to eat it?
Many thankies in advance!

Jacksmom052709 · 11-20-2010, 12:47 PM

I am not sure what you can add to the rice (maybe some egg). However, I would get her to the vet. I had to take Jack in as he was having diarrhea and vomiting. The vet gave me some medication for him. Said it could be a bug (they get sick too like people do) or something he ate. One dose of his one medication has stopped the diarrhea (thank goodness!). Good luck and I hope your little one is feeling better soon!

BabyGirl Rosie · 11-20-2010, 12:51 PM

I would go to the vet also. Rosie was vomiting and had diarrhea one time and it quickly turned bad. She started having blood in her stool. I got her to the vet and it was an infection. She had to have antibiotics to help. I know the main thing is to make sure your baby stays hydrated. Can you call your vet after hours?

noisinka · 11-30-2010, 07:35 AM

How's Jenna doing? Sandy was vomiting and having diarrhea last week. I saw blood and mucus in his stool. I was so worried he'd be dehydrated. Brought him to the vet and found out he had an infection. After some anti-biotic shots and on strict diet on a day, my baby's back to normal.

11-19-2010, 09:51 PM	#1
Jenna AK YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southwest Oregon, heart left in Alaska Posts: 371 Blog Entries: 1	Jenna having diarrhea and coughing/trying to vomit today Jenna hasn't been feeling too well today. She's been coughing/trying to dry heave a bit this morning, and most recently after drinking some water about 30 minutes ago. I've had to take her outdoors twice to potty and the first time (about 2 pm) she started off firm, then got loose...this last time-a few hours ago-all watery. She ran down the road and tried to go again, but nothing much more came, only gas. (It's also just been snowing the last few days and she's gotten some snow up her nose and in her mouth...so I'm wondering if just dirty snow has upset her stomach?) I am not sure what she may have eaten that could have started this. She's been fine until a few days ago, when she was actually too firm and unable to go for a whole day. So I stopped her dry food (Royal Canin YT 28) and just gave her canned (DVP Natural Balance Ultra Premium) all day on Wednesday until she was able to go. Yesterday evening , she did have some dry food again. She is also having a few treats after her walks called Training Tips (also by DVP), lamb flavor I think. Unless she got into something of ours, or my cats' food (they are sloppy eaters and tend to drop pieces on the floor that I don't always spot) I can't figure out what could've gotten this started? She recently (2 weeks ago) was eating DVP Bison and Sweet Potato canned food, but I had to stop that while we fished around for a cause of a recent ear infection. (one vet told me it was food allergies, the one who cleared her up said yeast infection) We also stopped giving her C.E.T. dental chews over two weeks ago, so I don't think that's the problem. Is it? They kind of kept her regular, but also contained yeast and chlorhexidrine, which may have contributed to the ear problem. The only other thing I can think is, I stupidly gave her a taste (like a little fingernail full) of a Cowpals Cheddar Snack last night that I was eating. But I can't imagine such a small piece of human food would make her this ill....would it? Anyway, she won't get that again, as I've read a lot of folks here really think dairy is not good for these dogs, or any pet. So.... AND, she cannot eat even boiled chicken, it also gives her diarrhea. If I fix her some rice, what do I mix it with to get her to eat it? Many thankies in advance!

11-20-2010, 12:47 PM	#2
Jacksmom052709 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,044	I am not sure what you can add to the rice (maybe some egg). However, I would get her to the vet. I had to take Jack in as he was having diarrhea and vomiting. The vet gave me some medication for him. Said it could be a bug (they get sick too like people do) or something he ate. One dose of his one medication has stopped the diarrhea (thank goodness!). Good luck and I hope your little one is feeling better soon! __________________ ~Lori ~ Mom to fur babies Jack, Izzy & Jada & their kitty siblings, Mr. Poops, Milo, Pearl & barn kitty Nanny.

11-20-2010, 12:51 PM	#3
BabyGirl Rosie I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies Posts: 18,980	I would go to the vet also. Rosie was vomiting and had diarrhea one time and it quickly turned bad. She started having blood in her stool. I got her to the vet and it was an infection. She had to have antibiotics to help. I know the main thing is to make sure your baby stays hydrated. Can you call your vet after hours? __________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace!

11-30-2010, 07:35 AM	#4
noisinka YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Europe Posts: 259	How's Jenna doing? Sandy was vomiting and having diarrhea last week. I saw blood and mucus in his stool. I was so worried he'd be dehydrated. Brought him to the vet and found out he had an infection. After some anti-biotic shots and on strict diet on a day, my baby's back to normal.