Expert: Charlotte Sherrell, DVM - 7/6/2009

Question
my dog Ann has had diariah for 2 days so far and she got sick on july 4,th and we havent been able to take her to the vet.
we've been giving her peadalite and gatoraid and baby food and puppy milk and shes had some blood in her stool but its fresh and its bright red so she dosent have internal bleeding but shes a little active but shes throwing up i dont know what to do and i love her i dont want to lose her.


Answer
Dustin -

You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible.  If she has had diarrhea for two days, she may need fluids and medication.


Unfortunately, Gatorade and Pedialyte will not help until you determine why she has the diarrhea and treat the problem.  Have her seen by her vet to develop a treatment plan.

Best Regards,

Charlotte Sherrell,DVM