There is a problem many pet owners can relate to and that is dog and cat diarrhea. Runny stools are a very common problem with pet owners. Stomach and digestive disorders are usually a result of something they ate from the garbage, changes in the food they are given, viruses, overeating and certain diseases like cancer and parasites in their intentional tract.
If your dog or cat has diarrhea that is persistent or lasts more than a couple of days seek medical advice. Your pet can become dehydrated, or there could be a blockage which can be life threatening. Other signs to look for which would require immediate veterinarian services would be fever, pain, vomiting, blood in the diarrhea, lethargy, depression, weight Loss, dehydration and loss of appetite.
The incidence of stool incontinence increases with age and it is estimated that nearly a third of all people living in nursing homes suffer from it. It is in fact, a major reason that the elderly are admitted to the nursing homes.
While the most common cause of diarrhea is that of a viral infection also commonly called a stomach or intestinal flu, there are many other conditions that can cause diarrhea including a bacterial infection which is most commonly caused by food poisoning. Other organisms such as parasites can also cause diarrhea.
Young kittens are particularly susceptible to parasites. A kitty infected with parasites that are have not been treated can experience chronic diarrhea. A veterinarian examination of your kittens excrement will be able to discover if parasites are behind your baby kittens diarrhea.
Hemorrhoids are thought to be common and likely to occur in up to half the population by age 50. This condition is usually associated with constipation and straining during bowel movements and pregnancy. It is widely believed that these conditions may cause increased pressure on the haemorrhoid veins, making them swollen and painful. Liver disease may also increase the pressure in the veins and cause hemorrhoids.
When we humans develop a case of diarrhea, it's always an annoying issue, but usually something we don't get overly concerned about. However, when your cat has runny or watery stool, as pet owners we tend to freak out a little bit. What you need to realize is that diarrhea is a way for a cat's body to rid itself of anything that might be irritating its digestive system, and usually isn't a cause for alarm.
You should keep track of the frequency of urination by the dog. Note also any variations in the amount of urine discharged. In addition, observe whether the dog is showing any signs of strain when urinating. Moreover, note the circumstances that make the dog urinate - does he do it when asleep or when excited? Does he urinate when relaxed or scared.
The allergens in food are proteins that are responsible for provoking an allergic reaction. They generally can withstand the heat of cooking, the acid present in the stomach, and the intestinal digestive enzymes. So, the allergens can easily survive to pass over the gastrointestinal lining, enter into the bloodstream, and reach the target organs. This results in allergic reactions all over the body. The mechanism of food allergy is associated with immune system and heredity.
Add some psyllium seeds to the diet. For children who are prone to constipation a daily supply of psyllium seeds can help. This is a fiber that helps regulate the activity of the bowel. When mixed with water or diluted juices they can create larger and softer stools. In order to work effectively the seeds need to absorb water so the child needs to drink plenty of fluids. The dosage for children from 3 years of age is 1 teaspoon twice daily added to diluted juice.
