I’ve always had dogs, and over the years, I’ve experimented with a variety of home remedies for dog diarrhea.
When I had earlier dogs, they would typically eat anything I offered them to try, whether it was a bland baked potato, cooked rice, or scrambled eggs.
Yesterday Tenor had diarrhea, so I spent the entire morning trying to get him to eat the right combination of human foods.
By noon, I was having trouble finding any food that he would actually eat that would help bind him up and stop the diarrhea.
If you own a dog, you’ve probably experienced doggie diarrhea at some point or another. Veterinarians typically advise a bland diet consisting of boiled chicken and rice, but this may not be the best choice for all pets. If you do a quick internet search, you’ll probably find a ton of conflicting advice, so I’ll keep it straightforward for you and share my 24 hour solution that has consistently worked to treat occasional dog diarrhea.
Some vets suggest having slippery elm on hand. With every bland meal, you can give one capsule or about a half a teaspoon for every 10 pounds of body weight (source). You can also feed your dog powdered glutamine, which is very beneficial for the digestive system, but avoid doing so for an extended period of time.
The speed of bowel movements (peristalsis) is increased when something irritates the small or large intestine. Transit through the bowel quickens as the body tries to eliminate the irritant or toxin. When the intestines’ contents move much more quickly than usual, the body is unable to remove the fluid normally, which leads to diarrhea.
Two disclaimers before we start: I am NOT a veterinarian. If it matters to you, I have spent more than half my life learning about and successfully using holistic animal care on my dogs and horses, but I am not a veterinarian. Second, the advice in this article only pertains to canine species; cats are not included. Sorry cat people, I’m more of a dog lady. Thirdly, the advice in this post only applies to sporadic diarrhea; persistent, chronic diarrhea
On this day (the day after you fed the white rice-broth mixture to your dog), give your dog two servings of the pumpkin/ground meat meal with white rice and probiotic. I feed at 8am and again at 4pm. The diarrhea should resolve on this day. If not, you can keep feeding your dog this way for another day or so until your dog feels better. If necessary, continue giving him the probiotic and pumpkin for a few days after a bout of diarrhea because he might become constipated for one or two days afterwards. Pumpkin works great for constipation too.
Other Ways to Use Chicken Broth for Dogs
Overall, treats and snacks should make up less than 10% of your dog’s total daily caloric intake, according to Parker. This includes dog food, which is a complete and balanced diet created by a certified veterinary nutritionist. With only 15 calories per cup on average, chicken broth is an excellent treat or food additive to increase the palatability of your dog’s food.
The following are some inventive and enjoyable ways to include chicken broth in your dog’s diet:
Make homemade dog treats. All you need to whip up these veterinarian-approved dog treats is flour, oats, peanut butter, and chicken broth.
Take a break from the heat with some chicken broth popsicles. In popsicle or ice cube trays, freeze your dog’s preferred low-calorie treats like strawberries and dog-friendly vegetables like green beans and pumpkin puree with chicken bone broth. If your dog chews, put the objects inside a chew toy to prevent damage to his teeth, advises Parker.
Create soft-serve “ice cream.” Blend together dog-friendly fruit like seedless watermelon or cantaloupe with plain, unsweetened yogurt and chicken broth to make a dog-friendly version of ice cream. Pour it into a mold or toy, and voilà!
Spoil your pup with a mini chicken pot pie with whole wheat flour, chicken broth, shredded chicken, carrots, and peas.
More Good Foods, Less Time Squatting
Finally, avoid letting your dog use the restroom outside too frequently (this is a challenging one for pet parents).
Only you will be aware of your dog’s cues to go outside. And you should be able to tell when they actually need to go instead of just feeling uncomfortable and thinking they need to.
I’ve discovered that it helps if you can let those dog diarrhea home remedy foods do their job by letting them sit inside the dog’s tummy to “bind” for a while once straight liquid is coming out.
Otherwise, your dog will continue to squirt liquid, and you’ll soon have a canine with a sore behind. Plus, the diarrhea will take longer to cure.
That’s all I’ve discovered over the years with my three dogs. Everyone may have different opinions on this, but even if you can persuade your dog to hold off for an additional five minutes each time, that could have an impact on how quickly the diarrhea clears up. Play with your dog and engage in activities that will distract them from the need to use the restroom while doing this.
Of course, this is only applicable if your dog has no trouble containing their diarrhea. Allow your dog to relieve themselves wherever they need to go outside if their diarrhea has gotten to the point where they are messing around inside.
FAQ
What can I give my dog to stop diarrhea fast?
A bland diet for 24 to 48 hours could help your dog’s problem. Your dog’s stomach may feel better after eating some plain, cooked white rice mixed with a little chicken and some canned plain pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling). Once your pooch feels better, gradually reintroduce their regular food.
How much broth do I give a dog with diarrhea?
Initially, you can just serve the broth, or you can prepare small portions of meat, mashed vegetables, and broth. A few teaspoons for very small dogs and up to a cup for larger dogs should be given in small amounts. After those first few meals, wait four to six hours before checking for diarrhea or vomiting.
Is rice and chicken broth good for dogs with diarrhea?
What should I do if my dog has diarrhea? fast your dog for 24 hours Only water is permitted. Feed boiled white meat chicken (with all the skin and fat removed and the water poured off) and boiled long grain white rice after the 24-hour fast.
How much chicken broth do you give a sick dog?
Portion according to your dog’s size. You can give your dog either chicken broth or dry food. Dogs can eat one ounce of bone broth per every ten pounds of body weight as a standard serving. In order to freeze the mixture into dog treats, you can also pour the chicken stock into ice cube trays.