Symptoms of Dog Rectal Inflammation: What to Look Out F

Section 1: Causes of Canine Enteritis

The causes of canine enteritis are quite similar to those of canine gastritis:

1. Consuming rotten or poisonous food.

2. Secondary infections resulting from the spread of canine diseases such as distemper, parvovirus, coronavirus, and parasitic infections (tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, trichomoniasis, etc.). Pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli and Salmonella, can also trigger enteritis.

3. Prolonged exposure to highstress environments can also lead to enteritis in dogs.

Section 2: Clinical Symptoms of Canine Enteritis

The primary symptom of canine enteritis is diarrhea, which may appear in the early stages of the disease. The feces are usually liquid, have a foul odor, and often mix with mucus, blood, and foam. During a physical examination, you may hear an increased sound of intestinal peristalsis. When inflammation affects the duodenum or stomach, vomiting may occur. Black or dark green stools can appear when there is bleeding in the small intestine. The dog's body temperature can rise to 3939.5°C, and if bacterial infection is present, there may be mild to moderate fever. As the condition progresses, symptoms of dehydration and acidosis may also arise.

Section 3: Prevention and Treatment Measures for Canine Enteritis

1. Initially, it is recommended to withhold food from the dog for 12 days. To prevent dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, provide the dog with intravenous fluids, such as Lactated Ringer's solution or乳酸复合氯化钠溶液.

2. Clean the gastrointestinal tract by administering a mild laxative.

3. Inflammation and diarrhea can be treated with antibiotics such as tetracycline, chlortetracycline, and chloramphenicol.

4. To control vomiting, you can use metoclopramide, administered intramuscularly twice daily at a dose of 12 mg per kilogram of body weight.

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