What to give a dog that is pooping and throwing up

Watching the dog vomit frequently and have abnormal defecation, losing its originally lively appearance, curling up in the corner and looking weak, the owner's heart feels as if it's being pricked by countless needles. Both vomiting and abnormal defecation pose a serious threat to the dog's health, and diet becomes a crucial part in helping the dog recover at this time. What should be fed to such a dog? This is not only a professional question regarding nutrient intake but also full of the owner's deep heartache for the dog and the eagerness to help it recover. We need to carefully and scientifically explore the answer.

When a dog both vomits and has abnormal defecation, the primary principle is to reduce the burden on its stomach and intestines. In the initial stage of the symptoms, especially when vomiting is frequent, it is recommended to fast the dog temporarily. Usually, the fasting duration is 6 to 12 hours, and the specific time needs to be flexibly adjusted according to the dog's condition and the veterinarian's advice. Fasting allows the gastrointestinal tract to rest fully and reduces the stimulation caused by digestive activities, just like putting the tired stomach and intestines into a "dormant repair" state. At this time, the owner feels tormented and reluctant as the dog looks longingly at the food but cannot be fed. However, in order for the dog to recover better, the owner has to be firm. Nevertheless, during the fasting period, it is essential to ensure that the dog can drink clean warm water at any time to prevent dehydration. You can use a small spoon or a syringe to feed water in small amounts multiple times to meet the basic water needs of the body. Every careful feeding of water is filled with the owner's great concern and care for the dog.

After the fasting period, if the dog's vomiting symptoms are relieved, you can try to feed some light and easily digestible liquid food. Rice soup is a good choice. After cooking the rice until it is soft and 烂，take the light rice soup on the top. It is rich in carbohydrates and can provide gentle and easily absorbable energy for the weak dog. The rice soup has a delicate texture and will not cause an additional burden on the fragile stomach and intestines, just like wrapping the stomach and intestines with a warm and comfortable "protective cover". When feeding, make sure the rice soup is at a moderate temperature, avoiding it being too hot or too cold. The amount of each feeding should not be too much, following the principle of feeding in small amounts multiple times. For example, feed 10 to 20 milliliters every 1 to 2 hours and observe whether the dog still vomits or feels uncomfortable. When seeing the dog slowly drinking the rice soup without a vomiting reaction, the owner will feel a glimmer of hope, expecting this to be a good start for the dog's recovery.

In addition to rice soup, diluted baby rice cereal is also suitable for dogs in the recovery period. The baby rice cereal is finely processed, and its nutrient components are mild and easily digestible and absorbable. Dilute the rice cereal with warm water to an appropriate concentration and feed it to the dog slowly. Similarly, closely observe the dog's state during the feeding process. If the dog can eat smoothly without abnormal reactions, gradually increase the feeding amount and frequency. Every spoonful of the carefully prepared rice cereal conveys the owner's wish for the dog to get better soon, as if transmitting strength to the dog and encouraging it to overcome the disease.

As the dog's vomiting and defecation conditions further improve, semi-liquid food can be gradually introduced. White rice porridge is a great choice. Cook the rice until it is completely soft and the grains bloom. The cooked white rice porridge not only has a soft and glutinous taste but also can replenish energy for the dog. When feeding white rice porridge, a small amount of cooked chicken puree can be paired with it. Chicken is rich in high-quality protein and has a low fat content, making it easy to digest. However, make sure the chicken is thoroughly cooked and chopped to avoid large pieces of food being difficult to digest and causing vomiting or increasing the burden on the stomach and intestines. Adjust the feeding amount according to the dog's size. For small dogs, feed 20 to 30 grams each time, for medium-sized dogs, 30 to 50 grams, and for large dogs, 50 to 80 grams, and feed in multiple times. Watching the dog gradually regain its appetite and actively eat, the owner feels deeply gratified, thinking that all the efforts have paid off.

For a dog that both vomits and has abnormal defecation, the supplementation of probiotics is also crucial. During vomiting and diarrhea, the balance of the intestinal flora in the dog is severely disrupted, and harmful bacteria multiply in large numbers. Probiotics can regulate the intestinal flora, inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria, promote the reproduction of beneficial bacteria, and help restore the normal digestive and absorption function of the intestines. You can choose pet-specific probiotic products and mix the probiotics into the food and feed them to the dog according to the instructions or the veterinarian's advice. When the dog's defecation gradually returns to normal after supplementing probiotics, the owner will truly feel the great role played by these little "health guardians" and become more determined to continue taking good care of the dog.

During the process of the dog's dietary recovery, the owner should be highly patient and careful. Avoid feeding the dog greasy, spicy, cold, and raw foods, as well as snacks containing a large number of additives, as these foods will increase the burden on the stomach and intestines and are not conducive to recovery. At the same time, closely observe the dog's defecation and vomiting conditions, mental state, and changes in appetite. If the dog vomits frequently again, the diarrhea worsens, or it looks listless, stop feeding immediately and take it to a pet hospital. Every observation and judgment is the owner's protection of the dog's health, hoping to discover problems in a timely manner and escort the dog's recovery.

Feeding a dog that both vomits and has abnormal defecation is a "battle of protection" full of love and responsibility. From the difficult decision of fasting to the careful selection of each kind of food, every link is filled with the owner's deep love for the dog. When seeing the dog gradually regain its vitality and wag its tail cheerfully again under proper dietary care, the joy and emotion in the owner's heart are beyond words. Because in the owner's heart, the dog's health is the greatest happiness, and it is worth using professional knowledge and endless love to protect it and help it overcome every difficulty.