BootsyCollins Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 (edited) Hi everyone - We frequently dog-sit for a woman who has a westie (Charlie) - everytime Charlie is here, even for one night, he gets diarrhea. He's not getting into anything here, his diet is the same as at home, etc. We figure it's just how his body reacts to the stress of mom leaving and being in a new place. I wouldn't even worry about it except that it keeps him from being able to "hold it" all day and there have been a few accidents. I've heard that you can treat a dog's diarrhea with Immodium, but I'm wondering if anyone here ever has, and if so, what dosage? This is a tiny guy - weighs maybe 15 pounds. Any thoughts? Thanks, Christie Edited November 8, 2007 by CMoon75 Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytNut Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 (edited) You can use a human dose of Imodium tablets to treat diarrhea in greyhounds (probably half that or less for a small dog, though you should call your vet to find out the correct dosage), but I have found that red raspberry leaf capsules work much better. You can get them at most health food or vitamin stores. I give two of them a couple of times a day during bouts of diarrhea and it works like a charm. For a smaller dog, maybe only give one capsule at a time. FWIW, I've had decidedly mixed results with Imodium and pumpkin. Bonus: Red raspberry leaf also works for humans and alleviates diarrhea and menstrual cramps with remarkable speed and effectiveness. ETA: It's a good idea to get the owner's permission before dosing him with anything. Edited November 9, 2007 by GreytNut 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...
BootsyCollins Posted November 9, 2007 Author Share Posted November 9, 2007 Thanks - great tip. I will check into the raspberry leaf. I love natural remedies. Yes, I am posting on behalf of both of us (the owner and myself) - but good point about checking with her. Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Thanks - great tip. I will check into the raspberry leaf. I love natural remedies. Yes, I am posting on behalf of both of us (the owner and myself) - but good point about checking with her. I would go with metamucil instead. It's our new big D remedy for fosters and it works like a charm! You can get the flavored biscuits in any drugstore. They're for people, but the dogs go nuts for them. One biscuit upon arrival and maybe one with his first meal should suffice. FYI, the stool may have a strange consistency (gel-like) and an orange color, that's normal. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Che_mar_Cody Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I keep a box of Immodium just incase - I've used it before with great success Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Thanks - great tip. I will check into the raspberry leaf. I love natural remedies. Yes, I am posting on behalf of both of us (the owner and myself) - but good point about checking with her. I would go with metamucil instead. It's our new big D remedy for fosters and it works like a charm! You can get the flavored biscuits in any drugstore. They're for people, but the dogs go nuts for them. One biscuit upon arrival and maybe one with his first meal should suffice. FYI, the stool may have a strange consistency (gel-like) and an orange color, that's normal. If he's only 15lbs, no need to give two biscuits - probably half of one would suffice Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Oops, sorry, didn't pay attention to how much he weighs. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Thanks - great tip. I will check into the raspberry leaf. I love natural remedies. Yes, I am posting on behalf of both of us (the owner and myself) - but good point about checking with her. The "natural remedy" that was suggested for my dog's anxiety (Valerian Root) caused his liver chemistry to go totally out of whack--so I'd think twice before assuming that this remedy suggested to you on an internet chat board is harmless. Re: Immodium--I had a dog with chronic bouts of diarrhea his entire life, and the vet had me use Kaopectate. I'd pour the dose on bread or something, and toss it at him, and he'd eat it. Worked like a charm on a pit bull mix! Not sure what does you'd use on a 15 pound dog, but it is safe to use. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ola Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Slippery elm capsules are also a remedy for digestive upset - can be used in dogs and humans (with different dosages naturally). You will also see some gel-like consistency with it, I believe (which I think has to do with the mucous trying to coat an irritated digestive tract). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DoofBert Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I'd check with vet on the dose for a little guy.... Yes, we've used Immodium with success for our 'big guys'...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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