I believe that every owner of a Chow Chow knows that Chow Chow is relatively quiet, has good guarding ability, Has a unique blue-black tongue, independent, noble but withdrawn and indifferent. In the process of raising a Chow Chow, it is inevitable that you will encounter illness. Besides, what should you do if the little Chow Chow has diarrhea? What causes the diarrhea? With these questions, let’s learn about it with the editor!

What should I do if the little Chow Chow has diarrhea?

According to common sense, once the Chow Chow has diarrhea, it should be fasted for about 12 hours, and at the same time, it should be closely observed its status. Although there are many factors for Chow Chow diarrhea, but generally caused by food, colds, mild enteritis, etc., so don't be too nervous. Oxytetracycline or gentamicin (both tablets and liquids) can be fed to Chow dogs. But the amount must be mastered: the dosage for dogs cannot be compared with that of humans, about 1/4 of a tablet is enough. However, if the Chow Chow still has diarrhea and diarrhea after taking the medicine, the dog owners should not delay. They should send the Chow Chow to the pet hospital for treatment as soon as possible, so as not to delay the condition of the little Chow Chow.

Symptoms and hazards of diarrhea in Chow Chow puppies:

Most Chow Chow puppies have intestinal parasites, which are infected by the mother through the placenta or milk. Due to the small intestinal cavity of puppies, the relative number of parasites is large, and the individual is large, resulting in loss of appetite, weight loss, and growth retardation in puppies; constipation or diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and increased abdominal circumference. Individual puppies can cause intussusception, or prolapse of the anus. Severe infections can lead to serious complications and death.

Causes of diarrhea in Chow Chow:

1. Food causes diarrhea in Chow Chow

Chow Chow is relatively fragile, so be careful with the food you feed . If the following conditions occur, the Chow Chow will have diarrhea:

1. Foods that people have eaten. Because one of the meals that people have eaten is too oily, too salty or irritating foods such as onions, garlic, peppers, etc., it will make the Chow Chow diarrhea.

2. If the Chow Chow eats too much animal liver, chocolate or grapes, chicken bones, etc., there will also be problems.

3. Food poisoning. Chow Chow eating things that should not be eaten, or unclean drinking water (water is too cold) can also cause dogs diarrhea.

4. Eating too much. Sometimes the Chow Chow dog eats too much, can't digest it, and also produces diarrhea and vomiting. At this time, the frequency and amount of feeding the Chow should be appropriately reduced, and the dog food should be soaked as much as possible. Generally speaking, the Chow will recover slowly after a few days.