What kind of poop does a Shih Tzu have?
Usually, Shih Tzu poop is light or dark brown, but it should always be brown. The color of the poop always determines what their diet is like. That’s why there are different colors for each food they eat.
What should I do if my Shih Tzu has diarrhea?
When Shih Tzu has diarrhea, it is always very troubling for both the dog and his owner. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration and pave the way for other health issues. In this case the questions that need to be answered at are the following: how to differ normal stool from bowel;
Why does my Shih Tzu not like new food?
Liquid stool, vomiting, tearing, itching, and rashes on the skin are indications that the new food does not fit the dog. The most common health problems of Shih Tzu are associated with allergies. There are five main reason of allergy occurrence in Shih Tzu. They are: particles in the air.
What kind of food does a Shih Tzu eat?
A Shih Tzu that eat natural food such as the Barf Diet have consistent stools, without much shine and natural brown color. However, Shih Tzus that are fed with kibbles have less consistent and much bulkier feces due to the enormous amount of filler used in making this type of Shih Tzu dog food.
How to stop my Shih Tzu from eating poop the natural way?
How to stop my Shih Tzu from eating poop. You can add natural products like Pineapple or Papaya juice or you can use pills from your veterinarian that will make your dog’s poop taste and smell bad. You can also train your dog to leave poop alone, we discuss all the methods and which is best for your dog.
Why does Shih Tzu have a lot of diarrhea?
Poor consistency or diarrheal stools can be caused by poor diet, a health problem, or a viral or parasitic problem. Stress can also cause this type of stool. Very shiny poops tell you that there is an excess of fat in your Shih Tzu’s diet, something that can damage their pancreas.
What does it mean when Shih Tzu POOP is gray?
When your Shih Tzu’s poop is gray, it is a red flag to call the vet and do the necessary tests. Gray stool can signal that your Shih Tzu may have liver, gallbladder, or pancreatic problems. In the case of the pancreas, a digestive enzyme deficiency may be occurring that does not allow the stool to have the usual brown color.
Can a Shih Tzu eat all at once?
It is better to adjust the amount of food to make the Shih Tzu eat all at once. Watch carefully the reaction of your pet on any new product in the diet. Liquid stool, vomiting, tearing, itching, and rashes on the skin are indications that the new food does not fit the dog. The most common health problems of Shih Tzu are associated with allergies.