How Do You Diagnose Digestive Problems In A Dog?
It’s common for a dog to occasionally vomit or have a spell of diarrhea, especially if he eats something that irritates his stomach. However, when your dog vomits on a regular basis and there is no obvious cause, your veterinarian will run different tests to determine the cause of your dog’s digestive problems. Bring a fresh stool sample to your veterinarian. Some digestive problems he will be testing for include parvovirus, giardia or a bacterial infection, caused by E. coli, yersinia or salmonella. Schedule blood tests to check your dog’s pancreas and liver enzymes, his blood sugar levels and markers spread through his blood when kidney failure occurs. Blood tests are important if your dog has been showing a pattern of weakness and bloating, in addition to the vomiting. Look closer at your dog’s abdomen. Due to their ability to eat at alarming speed, a dog may swallow a small toy or household item. Your veterinarian will use x-rays to look for a foreign object or a blockage or for st
