RobinM Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 Chloe has the big D for the very 1st time. And I mean Big D. Which over the counter meds work the best? How much of whatever for a 70 pound dog? Imodium or Pepto and how much for each? I want to pick it up for her 1st thing tomorrow morning. Thanks. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 I have found immodium works best. One pill. Kaopectate used to work great but I think they changed the formula. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 I've used both, sometimes one works better then the other. An adult dose or one caplet. Quote Greyhound angels at the bridge- Casey, Charlie, Maggie, Molly, Renie, Lucy & Teddy. Beagle angels Peanut and Charlie. And to all the 4 legged Bridge souls who have touched my heart, thank you. When a greyhound looks into you eyes it seems they touch your very soul. "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more then he loves himself". Josh Billings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 Immodium works well, I would want to be careful not to mask any symptoms of something going on medically by stopping it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 22, 2007 Author Share Posted July 22, 2007 Immodium works well, I would want to be careful not to mask any symptoms of something going on medically by stopping it.... So, should I try and clear it up with some rice in her diet and wait 3 days? I had planned on taking her to vet if after 3 days there was no change. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 I would try diet and possibly a sample to the vet to see if there is anything going on in her gut that you may want to treat. If they had the D for one day, I don't worry, but more than they they can dehydrate so quickly, I don't chance it. I used to give immodium immediately till a very grey savvy friend ( if she is reading this) advised to see if you can find out the cause first, could be something going on that is masked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 22, 2007 Author Share Posted July 22, 2007 OK , I just fed them breakfast, DH Is walking them. Hopefully, she will poop and we will take it from there. Thanks. I'll keep the imodium in the house just in case. thanks a bunch! Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 Is it possible she ate something at the playtime yesterday that her stomach is not used to?? Just reading the other thread made me think of this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 22, 2007 Author Share Posted July 22, 2007 Is it possible she ate something at the playtime yesterday that her stomach is not used to?? Just reading the other thread made me think of this one. Nope, she woke up with it yesterday. Didn't poop on the walk this morning but has been out back 2x already this morning. We'll watch it today, check the yard and if not better by tomorrow morning, I'll bring a sample in to the vet. I alwasy err on the side of precaution. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 When we were battling Spud's chronic diarrhea, I used a bland diet more than immodium. The only time I gave him some, and it worked well, was when he'd had diarrhea for two days after eating half the pantry... I'd fast her for 24 hours and then start with a bland diet. Hope she feels better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 Immodium works well, I would want to be careful not to mask any symptoms of something going on medically by stopping it.... I agree. I would give it a day or two and switch over to a bland diet to see if that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 I usually give one immodium then go with the bland diet. You don't want to give it long term, but can be useful as a little jumpstart. I have never given more than 1 for a first dose and 1/2 for a second. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 22, 2007 Author Share Posted July 22, 2007 Nothing but kibble today with 1/2 cup white rice mixed in with each meal. No Immodian. Her poop on tonights walk was majorly better. Not 100% but it's headed in the right direction. We bought the Immodian to have in the house, but looks like this will hopefully clear up on it's own. I'll stick to the white rice and kibble for the next 24 hours and hopefully by tomorrow eve, it will be back to normal. Thanks for all the input. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytNut Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 Raspberry leaf has worked wonders for Raven where Imodium and pumpkin have failed. You can buy it in capsule form at the health food store. I pop two 400 mg capsules down her throat twice a day when she has diarrhea and it stops it almost immediately. I also withhold food for 24 hours, then feed her boiled white rice and chicken broth for a day, then mix rice and kibble till she's back to normal. FYI--Raspberry leaf is also excellent for Big D in humans as well as menstrual cramps. Quote Kristen with Penguin (L the Penguin) Flying Penske x L Alysana Costarring The Fabulous Felines: Squeak, Merlin, Bailey & Mystic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelseysmom Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Canned pumpkin has done miracles for Kelsey's GI issues. We give her about 2 tablespoons or more each day and not only has it firmed up her stools (which have at times contained mucus and blood), but it has just about elminated her stinky farting. This is especially important since she goes to the office each day with her Lackey! Quote Chris, with Bixby (aka Clive Bixby, fka Taplin's Bull) and the feline buggle brothers, Oliver and Salem. Kelsey (Watch the Kick), forever in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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