We understand that taking care of a Labrador puppy<\/a> can be a difficult job, especially in the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a lot of things to consider, and you have to pay close attention to your Lab puppy to make sure that they are doing just fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, when something out of the ordinary, like diarrhea, happens, most new pet owners will get nervous and not know what to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is true regardless of whether it affects your six-month-old Lab or if your four-month-old puppy has diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hopefully, this article will give you a little more insight to help you with your puppy parent journey<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diarrhea is a symptom of many illnesses and disorders that affect dogs, so it can be difficult to tell exactly what the problem is with your Labrador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diarrhea is a bit of a double-edged blade. On one hand, it could be a symptom of a minor thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the other, it could mean something potentially serious, especially when it\u2019s a combination of Labrador diarrhea and vomit or when it involves puppy chronic diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most of the time, however, you don\u2019t have to panic. With a little care and attention<\/a>, your Labrador Retriever puppy\u2019s diarrhea should go away in a day or two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is only when it stays for more than that period that it may be time to get your Lab checked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The usual pattern of pooping in dogs is once or twice a day with firm stool. So, you will know that your puppy has diarrhea if their pooping patterns seem to go out of balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Labrador puppy diarrhea is characterized by frequent bowel movements with watery stool. Sometimes, the stool may have blood or organisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When this happens, a trip to the vet is in order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since it can get difficult to tell when you need to go to the vet, here are some signs that you definitely need to go ask your veterinarian about your 6-month-old Labrador puppy’s diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The smell of a healthy Lab\u2019s stool should be regular. It should not smell rotten or incredibly foul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although Labrador puppy loose stool never smells great, there is a clear line between regular healthy stool and stool from diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your Labrador puppy\u2019s poop looks bloody, then it may be time to get them checked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t panic, though. It\u2019s important to remain clear-headed and call your vet to set an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When diarrhea is accompanied by vomiting that does not abate, this is another sign for you to go to your vet for a check-up for your young Labrador puppy\u2019s diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One thing to look out for is when your puppy becomes lethargic<\/a> and does not seem to want to do anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This lack of energy is usually a sign that something more serious is going on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You should be able to tell if your Labrador puppy poop looks like an unusual color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If they are having black stool, it is best that you consult your vet for answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your Lab\u2019s diarrhea does not seem to get better in a day, you should seriously consider getting them checked for 6-month-old Labrador diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other signs that your dog may have something serious going on include seeing worms in their stool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you see organisms or unusual things in their poop, you should see a vet immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is especially true when your Labrador puppy has a history of eating random things that they are not supposed to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a pet owner, you should not panic whenever there is something odd going on with your Labrador puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just take proper action and try to educate yourself as much as possible, especially about things like Labrador puppy diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking of getting educated, it is also important to understand the reasons why your Lab may have gotten sick so you can avoid it next time (if possible).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before anything else, ask yourself if your Lab puppy has eaten something new lately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have they had a change in food or diet<\/a>? If the answer is yes, then food could be the possible reason for your Labrador Retriever puppy\u2019s diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Food can trigger different reactions in your puppy\u2019s digestive system. So, it is important to also keep that in mind when you set out to buy dog food<\/a> for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re planning to change your Labrador\u2019s food, may it be brand or type, it\u2019s best to slowly ease your dog into a new type of dog food rather than change it all of a sudden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To illustrate, researchers in this study<\/a> found inflammation caused by dietary reasons to be the most common cause of diarrhea in dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eating certain toxic food could also be a reason behind your Labrador puppy diarrhea. As you may already know, there are some kinds of food that dogs should not eat in large amounts, if at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Think about whether you have any food in your house that is toxic to dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLabrador puppy diarrhea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When to consult a vet for Labrador puppy diarrhea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Smelly stool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2. Bloody stool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Persistent vomiting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Lethargic <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Black stool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. More than a day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Organisms in their stool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Reasons for Labrador puppy diarrhea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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