Diarrhea
Date Submitted: 3-23-2005
Written by Sam Aiden
This is just for general advice, emergency treatment until you can seek the help of a Professional to aid your pet’s condition.
Diarrhea
Diarrhea is not always a sign of illness. It has lots of causes, many of which are just the body’s natural way of getting rid of irritants such as food allergies, bacterial or viral infections, worms and toxins. In these cases, the diarrhea usually stops once the toxins have been evacuated, and as long as there are no other signs of illness it is best to leave your pet to it. Other factors, such as a change of diet or stress, can also bring on mild diarrhea. Some animals will naturally seek out plants that will give them diarrhea as a way of detoxifying their system. A short-term attack of diarrhea is not usually a worrying sign, but long-term diarrhea is and an animal can get very dehydrated and lose essential nutrients. If there is blood or mucus in the stools, tarry, black-coloured stools or if the diarrhea is accompanied by other symptoms of illness, take your pet to the vet. Puppies and kittens should always be taken to the vet at the first sign of diarrhea since they can dehydrate very quickly and can even die without swift treatment.
Mild, short-term diarrhea can be treated at home, but long-term, serious problems should always be seen by your vet. If the diarrhea continues for more than two or three days, a visit to the vet is essential. Diet – At the onset of diarrhea, the most important treatment is a day’s fasting. Make sure your pet has plenty to drink.Vegetable broths (the strained liquid only), brown rice water, barley water, apple cider vinegar water or honey water can all be given during the fast to support basic nutritional needs, while at the same time letting nature take its course. When giving food again, change to a natural preservative-free diet, since your pet may be sensitive to preservatives, colourings and other additives in commercially prepared foods. Give acidophilus daily, along with a good-quality multi-vitamin and mineral complex once the fast has finished. If the diarrhea persists then give activated charcoal tablets (see chapters three and four).
Aromatherapy – Chamomile, geranium and sandalwood can be added to olive oil and massaged into the abdomen to soothe the digestive tract.
Bach flower remedies – Use crab apple for cleansing.
Biochemical tissue salts – Use nat. mur. For thin, watery diarrhea, or diarrhea which alternates with constipation. Use nat. phos. For foul-smelling, green stools, and combination S for stomach upsets.
Herbs – Garlic helps to fight infections. Slippery elm, as a syrup, powder or tea, is soothing and nourishing. Aloe Vera juice is soothing and adds nutrients. Parsley and fenugreek are digestive tonics.
Homoeopathy – Use arsen. alb. For watery stools, arsenic for vomiting and diarrhea, mere. cor. for frequent diarrhea with straining but no vomiting.
Flatulence
Also see stomach problems, constipation, and diarrhea.
Flatulence is caused by a build-up of gas in the stomach or intestines and can be accompanied by bloating, abdominal pain, belching and wind. Undigested food fermenting in the stomach is the commonest cause of excessive gas and it usually responds well to a natural preservative-free diet of the type outlined in chapter three. In most cases a change of diet will be enough to sort out the problem. Food sensitivities can also cause flatulence. Use acidophilus powder, digestive enzymes and stomach acid to assist optimum digestion. Activated charcoal granules/tablets can also help.
Biochemical tissue salts – Use mag. phos. Or combination E for flatulence and indigestion.
Herbs – Aniseed, caraway, peppermint and fennel all help to reduce flatulence.
Herbs – Use Carbo Veg. For most cases, Nux Vomica when accompanied by diarrhea and digestive upset.
As a basic kit for digestive upsets we do list this on the CCG website, but for reference: Digestive Remedy, Foul gas/Stool Remedy, Bowelease, Parasite treatments (this should be a regular treatment) Detoxing your pet on a regular basis can keep this problem at bay unless there is a serious underlying medical situation and this will probably be suggested anyway, but not without full details. For this we suggest the basic Pet Detoxifier.
If you suspect any de-hydration there is a quick remedy on the CCG website remedy page at the bottom. Add honey if the animal has difficulty taking this, but let me assure you, it does work in an emergency and it is not for long term use. You need to get proper electrolytes from your Vet to keep on hand if your pet is prone to this type of problem.
With herbs they have to be used correctly, I use Tincture, but this has to be obtained from the right source as poor herbs can cause problems. Please do not use Herbs without Professional advice.
We would suggest that you do check all remedies prior to use and make sure you know what you are doing or come to this forum for advice to get you through a minor situation PLEASE.
These are not foolproof treatments, please understand they are just for guidance.
Disclaimer: The Canine Care Group/The Natural-Horse and DoggieBag publishes material to inform and educate users. It should never be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, to diagnose or treat a medical illness or without your Veterinarian’s approval. Discuss any of the suggested treatment with your Veterinarian to open a dialog concerning treatment options. Discuss whether or not it applies to your individual symptoms/medical condition. The Canine Care Group/The Natural-Horse/DoggieBag are not responsible for the mis-use of this information. We are not Vets
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