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Diarrhoea in the dog in the shelter environment
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Diarrhoea in the dog in the shelter environment
- Authors: Jenny Stavisky and Runa Hanaghan
- From: BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Shelter Medicine
- Item: Chapter 12, pp 160 - 178
- DOI: 10.22233/9781910443330.12
- Copyright: © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
- Publication Date: December 2018
Diarrhoea is a common presentation in dog shelters, and can range from occasional low-level ‘grumbling’ problems to outbreaks with high mortality. This chapter explores the management of diarrhoea, with consideration of morbidity levels, aetiology, environmental management and the potential for cross-species transmission, including zoonosis. Case examples: Parvovirus at the local rehoming shelter; Rehoming a Campylobacter-positive dog.
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Diarrhoea is characterized by increased frequency, volume or urgency of defecation.
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Diarrhoea is characterized by increased frequency, volume or urgency of defecation.
(Courtesy of C Westgarth)
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Sample triage chart to enable animal care staff to determine when to seek veterinary attention. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Sample triage chart to enable animal care staff to determine when to seek veterinary attention.
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A variety of physiological processes can cause diarrhoea. Cl– = chloride; H2O = water; HCO3
– = bicarbonate; K+ = potassium; Na2+ = sodium. Drawn by S.J. Elmhurst BA Hons (www.livingart.org.uk) and reproduced with her permission. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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A variety of physiological processes can cause diarrhoea. Cl– = chloride; H2O = water; HCO3
– = bicarbonate; K+ = potassium; Na2+ = sodium. Drawn by S.J. Elmhurst BA Hons (www.livingart.org.uk) and reproduced with her permission.
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Waltham® Faeces Scoring System.
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Waltham® Faeces Scoring System.
(Reproduced with permission from Waltham® Centre for Pet Nutrition)
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Faecal smear technique. Apply a thin layer of faeces to a slide with a drop of saline. Apply a cover slip and examine under X20 and X40 magnification. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Faecal smear technique. Apply a thin layer of faeces to a slide with a drop of saline. Apply a cover slip and examine under X20 and X40 magnification.
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Faecal floatation demonstrating common parasite eggs/protozoa. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Faecal floatation demonstrating common parasite eggs/protozoa.
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Interpretation of patient-side canine parvovirus (CPV) tests. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Interpretation of patient-side canine parvovirus (CPV) tests.
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Contamination of foodstuffs is a potential aetiological factor in cases of diarrhoea among shelter dogs. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Contamination of foodstuffs is a potential aetiological factor in cases of diarrhoea among shelter dogs.
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In some situations, commencing vaccinations from 4 weeks of age may be appropriate. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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In some situations, commencing vaccinations from 4 weeks of age may be appropriate.
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Many dogs entering a shelter will be infested with a variety of endoparasites, such as Toxocara spp. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Many dogs entering a shelter will be infested with a variety of endoparasites, such as Toxocara spp.
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Micky, a 3-month-old Collie cross presented with severe haemorrhagic diarrhoea, lethargy and vomiting.
Micky, a 3-month-old Collie cross presented with severe haemorrhagic diarrhoea, lethargy and vomiting. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Micky, a 3-month-old Collie cross presented with severe haemorrhagic diarrhoea, lethargy and vomiting.
Micky, a 3-month-old Collie cross presented with severe haemorrhagic diarrhoea, lethargy and vomiting.
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Spud, a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with diarrhoea potentially partially attributable to Campylobacter infection. He is otherwise healthy and, with monitoring, may be rehomed with consideration to the zoonotic potential.
Spud, a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with diarrhoea potentially partially attributable to Campylobacter infection. He is otherwise healthy and, with monitoring, may be rehomed with consideration to the zoonotic potential. © 2018 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Spud, a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with diarrhoea potentially partially attributable to Campylobacter infection. He is otherwise healthy and, with monitoring, may be rehomed with consideration to the zoonotic potential.
Spud, a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with diarrhoea potentially partially attributable to Campylobacter infection. He is otherwise healthy and, with monitoring, may be rehomed with consideration to the zoonotic potential.