For one, switching diets means that our dog's digestive systems need to adjust to the new diet. A loose stool is a normal reaction and your dog should be back to normal within two or three days, at the very most a week. This is why you should not go cold turkey and swap diets too soon.
Can dog food cause loose stools?
Change in Kibble A sudden change in diet can upset your dog's stomach and intestinal tract, leading to diarrhea. The usual rule of thumb is a gradual change if you are switching your dog's food.
What can I feed my dog to firm up his stool?
Feed Your Dog Canned Pumpkin If your dog's stool is loose and watery, try giving your dog plain canned pumpkin to help alleviate any stomach issues. You can also add a little canned pumpkin to your dog's food for a natural source of fiber.
Why does my dog have soft mushy poop?
If the stool is soft, mushy, and hard to pick up, this is considered diarrhea. The colon is the organ that absorbs the water from the intestine, so if the stool is abnormally loose, the colon is not functioning properly. Some dogs want to “mark” with their excrement.
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