Help! Sick girl!

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justinsgrl22

Boxer Booster
I need some advice from you experienced boxer owners. Not to be gross but DH came home to find that Brandi had explosive diarrhea today and her crate, the area around it and Brandi herself were a huge mess! She isn't really acting sick but obviously her tummy is VERY upset. Can anyone share what you do when your baby has upset bowels? Thanks for the help!
 

ChampsGirl

Boxer Buddy
Maybe you need to give her Boiled chicken and rice. And lots of water.

Has she gotten into unusual? Change of food? Too many treats?
 

JohnMD.

Boxer Pal
One night Casey was playing with the kids and had explosive diarrhea. It came out of nowhere. He didn't even indicate he had to go, or wasn't feeling well. He just jumped in the air and out it came. I think it surprised him too.

I would just watch her. If it continues for more than a day, or she stops drinking water, take her to the vet. If she is acting very sick or can't keep the water down that could be a problem. Call the vet right away.

My vet advised to make sure the dog keeps drinking. Dehydration can be very dangerous.
 

justinsgrl22

Boxer Booster
She hasn't had anything unusual....same food and treats as always. She HAS been drinking a lot, so that's good. I think I may try the chicken and rice. Thanks for the advice!
 

Thomas Liggin

Boxer Insane
You can boil some rice, I add low sodium chicken boullion to flavor the rice, and boil some skinless chicken breasts or hamburg. I use chicken.

Use a food processer, and chop the chicken to a coarse texture. If you cut it up by hand, your pup may pick the chicken out and leave the rice.

I mix the rice and chicken together in equal parts by volume. Blend it thoroughly, and it's ready.

Feed it to Brandi, starting with small portions. A couple of heaping tablespoons to start. If she keeps that down without a problem, give her a little larger portion in an hour or so.

I make enough to feed for a couple of days, and put it in the fridge. I warm it in the microwave, adding just a bit of water to make it moist, but not soupy.

It may take a few days for her to have normal stools.

I'd also give my vet a call, to let them know what is happening. I think you'll find they'll recommend a bland diet, and for you to monitor her carefully for a couple of days.

They can ask the appropriate questions to determine exactly what course of action you should follow.

The first time it happened with us, I called the vet, and that is what she recommended. I believe you will find from other members here that is pretty much standard operating procedure, unless the dog is exhibiting other symptoms.

Indy has a unique barometer. He normally carries his tail in an extreme upright position, which causes his skin to form a roll in front of it. When he's under the weather, he carries his tail lower. The lower his tail, the more under the weather he is.

He's almost five years old, and is rarely sick, unlike Rocky our first Boxer. Indy's tail is a very accurate indicator of how he's feeling. His sister Ava who is nearly four is never sick, and she eats everything she can get into her mouth including bars of soap. Even that doesn't loosen her stools. Our vet thought she'd be blowing soap bubbles out of her rear end.


Tom
 

matrok

Completely Boxer Crazy
I agree, that diet recommended is a good start. I would call the Vet for sure no matter what and at least talk it out with them. Leila has the same tail indicator as to her mood and if she has an upset tummy. Good luck. Hope things are better soon.
 
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