END-TO-END GUIDANCE FOR YOUR DOG’S DIGESTIVE HEALTH

Many dogs get sick when riding in the car. However, there are some steps you can take to make travel easier for you and your pet.

If the vomiting is persistent, your pet risks dehydration and should be seen by a vet. Also, if your dog’s vomiting is accompanied by fever, weakness, blood in the stool, diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, or abdominal pain, a visit to the vet is advisable.

Vomiting can be caused by issues such as bacterial or viral infections, motion sickness, internal parasites, or eating something that upsets your dog’s stomach. Vomiting can lead to dehydration. If your dog vomits multiple times, or is experiencing other symptoms, you should contact your vet.

If your dog’s constipation has persisted or is accompanied by fever, weakness, vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, or abdominal pain, a visit to the vet is advisable.

A lack of bowel movements is certainly a sign. Other signs of constipation in dogs include straining when trying to poop, circling more than normal, dragging their rear on the ground, pain, decreased appetite, vomiting, smaller than normal feces, weight loss, and bloating.

A lack of bowel movements is certainly a sign. Other signs of constipation in dogs include straining when trying to poop, circling more than normal, dragging their rear on the ground, pain, decreased appetite, vomiting, smaller than normal feces, weight loss, and bloating.

If your dog has diarrhea, they could be at risk for dehydration and should be seen by a vet. Also, if your dog’s diarrhea is accompanied by fever, weakness, blood in the stool, vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, or abdominal pain, a visit to the vet is advisable.

Diarrhea is common in dogs and can be caused by issues such as bacteria or viral infections, intestinal parasites, consuming offensive matter like garbage, changing diet, or even stress. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration, and should be monitored carefully.

Your dog’s stools can be one of the first indications of digestive disturbance, which is why it’s important to monitor your dog’s stool. With Poopscan you can get AI-generated feedback by taking a photo of your dog's stool. Poopscan is not a diagnostic tool but rather designed to give you guidance and peace of mind. 

How to Use Poopscan

1. Using your mobile phone’s camera, take a picture of your dog’s feces on the ground. Make sure the rest of the background is clear of any other items.
2. Answer a few important questions and upload your photo.
3. Get feedback and actionable next steps for your dog’s care.

One of the first signs could be your dog’s poop, which is why it makes sense to keep a close eye on your dog’s stool. Significant changes in frequency, texture, quantity, and color, especially if you notice blood in your dog’s feces, can be symptoms of digestive disturbance. If you have concerns about your dog’s poop, you can start by using Poopscan by IAMS™. 

In most cases, if the changes in your dog’s stools last only a day or so, there’s probably little need to worry. However, if diarrhea, constipation, or odd-colored stools last for more than a few days — or they are accompanied by a low fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, or blood in the stool — you should contact your vet.