| Pet Questions and Answers |
| Question: What do I feed my dog after he/she has an upset stomach? (vomiting or diarrhea) |
Answer: After withholding food and giving water only for 12 hours, start the bland diet below. Call the animal hospital if the stomach upset continues.
2 Parts boiled white rice
1 Part boiled skinless (boneless) chicken
OR
1 Part boiled lean hamburger
Leave in separate containers and mix only when serving.
Food can be warmed slightly prior to feeding.
Give 4-5 small meals a day.
Amount should equal the animal's normal daily quantity of food.
Continue diet 3-4 days or until stool appears normal, then slowly change back to regular diet, mixing 1/4 regular diet with 3/4 bland diet 2-3 days, then 1/2 regular diet with 1/2 bland diet for 2-3 days. Then 3/4 regular diet with 1/4 bland diet for 2-3 days. Continue to gradually reduce bland diet until back to regular diet.
Kaopectate: Plain Flavor
1 tsp per 10 lbs
Up to 4 times a day after diarrhea episode |
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