Is lethargy and diarrhea normal for a puppy in her first heat?

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• Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on December 30th, 2018

  The hormonal changes can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea does not go away within the next two days, try the following:
  
  I would fast Hildi for 24 hours and then put her on bland food for two days, such as boiled white rice and boiled white boneless chicken meat, fed in small quantities over several feeds and then transition back to regular food slowly over a few days. If this does not clear up the diarrhea or if your dog gets lethargic, she needs to see a veterinarian for an exam as there may be something more serious such as an infection going on.
  

  

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• Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on January 28th, 2019

  It is likely caused by the stress and hormones of the first heat. As for the diarrhea you can do the following:
  I would fast Mia for 24 hours and then put her on bland food for two days, such as boiled white rice and boiled white boneless chicken meat, fed in small quantities over several feeds and then transition back to regular food slowly over a few days. If this does not clear up the diarrhea or if your dog gets lethargic, she needs to see a veterinarian for an exam as there may be something more serious such as an infection going on.

  

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• Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

  Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

  Published on November 27th, 2016

  Yes, many female dogs may act a bit lethargic and eat less than usual when they're in heat. I would monitor her for the next few days to make sure that she seems okay otherwise, but as long as these changes are fairly mild and she doesn't develop any other symptoms, I wouldn't be concerned.

  

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• Answered By Silvia De Cecco, DVM, MRCVS

  Veterinarian

  Published on March 17th, 2018

  Diarrhea is a signs referring to a intestinal problem. It could be due to dietary indiscretion (daisies ingestion), parasitic infestation (common in puppies), bacterial diseases or viral diseases especially if Daisy is not vaccinated (i.e.: parvovirus). 
You were doing good by providing bland food (boiled breast chicken and rice) for a couple of days but, if she continues to have diarrhea, might get dehydrated .
If you can spot blood in the faces or if she get lethargic and not eating, or if she start vomiting, or if the diarrhea won't get better I would suggest to have her checked by your veterinarian as soon as possible. 
Bring a fecal sample with you as your vet might want to perform a fecal analysis. Good luck and post again on the forum if you need further advices. I hope my answer was helpful.

  

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