Diet and gut irritation
Rich food, garbage ingestion, or abrupt diet switches disrupt normal gut motility and bacterial balance, producing acute soft stool that often resolves with a bland diet.
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My Dog Has Diarrhea — Same-Day Online Vet Help
Diarrhea can dehydrate a dog quickly, especially puppies and seniors. Get expert assessment today and a treatment plan tailored to the cause.
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Guidance on bland diets and probiotic use
Clear ER criteria for bloody or black stool
Soft stool after a diet change or stressful event is common. Persistent diarrhea lasting more than 48 hours, blood or mucus in stool, or diarrhea with vomiting and lethargy signals a problem that needs veterinary guidance.
Through TelaVets, a licensed DVM reviews your dog's symptoms, recent diet, parasite prevention status, and hydration — then recommends probiotics, prescription GI diets, metronidazole, or fecal testing as clinically indicated.
Signs to watch for when your dog is diarrhea
- Watery or bloody diarrhea
- Black, tarry stool (melena)
- Straining without producing stool
- Vomiting alongside diarrhea
- Lethargy or loss of appetite
- Dehydration — sunken eyes, dry gums, skin tenting
- Diarrhea lasting more than 48 hours
- Diarrhea in a puppy under 6 months
Common causes of diarrhea in dogs
- Dietary indiscretion or sudden food change
- Intestinal parasites (giardia, hookworms, roundworms)
- Bacterial overgrowth or infection
- Food allergies or intolerance
- Stress colitis
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)
- Antibiotic-associated diarrhea
Why is my dog diarrhea?
Stool consistency, color, and duration narrow the differential — our vets help you determine whether home care, medication, or in-clinic testing is the right next step.
Infectious causes
Giardia, coccidia, salmonella, and clostridial overgrowth cause inflammation of the intestinal lining with mucus, urgency, and sometimes blood in stool.
Chronic intestinal disease
IBD, food-responsive enteropathy, and EPI produce recurring or progressive diarrhea that requires long-term dietary management and medication.
How our vets assess this online
Many diarrhea cases are diagnosed clinically through history and observation. Our vets identify when fecal testing or blood panels are needed before starting treatment.
- Stool description — watery, mucoid, bloody, or greasy
- Duration and progression of diarrhea reviewed
- Recent diet changes, treats, and medication history
- Hydration and body condition assessed on video
- Recommendation for fecal PCR, giardia ELISA, or bloodwork when indicated
Treatments we may recommend
Treatment targets the underlying cause. Acute diarrhea often improves within 24–48 hours with diet modification and probiotics; infectious or chronic cases may need targeted medication.
Prescription bland GI diet or home-cooked protocol
Probiotics (FortiFlora, Proviable) to restore gut flora
Metronidazole or tylosin for bacterial overgrowth
Fenbendazole or prescription dewormers for parasites
Anti-diarrheal fiber supplements (psyllium)
Prescription hydrolyzed protein diet for food sensitivity
Fluid therapy referral if severe dehydration is suspected
All medications are prescribed only when clinically appropriate by a licensed veterinarian and dispensed through our FDA-compliant pharmacy.
Preventing diarrhea in your dog
Introduce new foods gradually over 7–10 days
Keep your dog on year-round parasite prevention
Avoid feeding table scraps and known dietary triggers
Provide fresh water and clean food bowls daily
Minimize stress during travel, boarding, or household changes
Why pet parents choose TelaVets
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Most pet parents are connected with a vet within 1–3 hours of booking, 7 days a week.
Next-Day Prescriptions
When medication is appropriate, prescriptions are issued same-day and delivered to your door next business day.
Stress-Free Home Visits
Your pet is assessed in their calm home environment, which often makes symptoms easier to evaluate on video.
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Encrypted video calls and HIPAA-compliant records keep your pet's health information protected.
How TelaVets works
Book your consultation
Pick a same-day or upcoming slot — appointments available 7 days a week.
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Marilyn Kerr
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"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."
DL
David Long
Verified Pet Parent
"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."
CH
Courtney Hughes
Verified Pet Parent
"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"
M
Maria
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"
JG
Jackie Gardner
Verified Pet Parent
"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."
LD
Lara Durand
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"
WW
Wanida Walker
Verified Pet Parent
"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"
AT
Amanda Tobias
Verified Pet Parent
"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"
JH
Jana Humble
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."
MK
Marilyn Kerr
Verified Pet Parent
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Frequently asked questions about diarrhea in dogs
diarrhea in dogs can have many causes. Our licensed vets use your pet's history, symptom pattern, and a visual assessment via video to narrow down the most likely cause and recommend appropriate treatment.
If your dog's diarrhea has lasted more than 24–48 hours, is severe, or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms (lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting), book a consultation immediately.
Yes. Our vets can assess your dog's symptoms via secure video, ask detailed diagnostic questions, and prescribe appropriate treatment — all without a clinic visit.
If medication is clinically appropriate, our licensed vets can issue prescriptions same-day with next-day delivery to your home.
Mild diarrhea often isn't an emergency, but if your dog shows severe distress, difficulty breathing, collapse, or other alarming signs, seek emergency in-person care immediately. When in doubt, book a consultation — our vets will help you assess the urgency.
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