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Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
If You're Squeamish—Avoid These Dog Breeds
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Dog owners can expect any breed to have bathroom accidents; it comes with the territory. However, those who are squeamish might want to avoid these six dog breeds that new research discovered are more susceptible to diarrhea. The study, published June 11 in PLOS One by Dan O'Neill from the United Kingdom's Royal Veterinary College and colleagues, analyzed veterinarian health records of over 2,250,000 dogs from 2019, revealing that about one in 12 dogs in the U.K. were diagnosed with acute diarrhea that year, or about 8.18 percent. The authors labeled this diagnosis as one of the most common clinical conditions in dogs viewed by primary veterinarians. Like humans, dogs can experience sudden loose or watery stools after food items and water pass too quickly through their gastrointestinal tract, an article from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine reported. Diarrhea can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks, affecting any breed. Six dog breeds—Maltese, Miniature Poodle, Cavapoo, German Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier, and Cockapoo—were found to have the "highest annual incidence risk for acute diarrhea" when compared to crossbreeds. These dogs were significantly more likely to be diagnosed with diarrhea than generic crossbreeds. Meanwhile, Jack Russell terriers and Chihuahuas are less likely to be diagnosed with diarrhea. However, a dog's diet, exercise habits and an owner's likelihood of bringing their canine to the vet could affect whether those breeds have higher or lower predispositions to diarrhea, the authors wrote. A stock image of a small white and brown dog going to the bathroom outside in the grass. A stock image of a small white and brown dog going to the bathroom outside in the grass. Wavetop/Getty Images The study also found that age plays a role in the odds of a dog being diagnosed with acute diarrhea. The risk increases in dogs aged three and under, as well as adult dogs 9 years and older. The authors speculate that young, curious dogs scavenge and eat items they are not supposed to, leading to unpleasant accidents. While the older dogs with diarrhea could be due to an increase in medications or supplements they might need to take. The complications of aging. As time passes, dogs with diarrhea could experience dehydration. A dog's diarrhea could be a symptom of other health issues, which could require veterinary attention. Two-thirds of the appointments resulted in another diagnosis for the dog. This included 44 percent experiencing vomiting, 28 percent with a reduced appetite and 24 percent of dogs were lethargic, the study found. About 29 percent of all cases were classified as hemorrhagic, or bloody diarrhea. On the bright side, 80 percent of the canine owners who went to the vet for their dog's diarrhea did not require a second appointment. The study found most veterinarians treated diarrhea with probiotics, about 59 percent, dietary management (43 percent), antibiosis (38 percent), and maropitant (24 percent). The amount of antibiotics in treatment used raised concerns about "unnecessary antibiotic therapy" for acute diarrhea, as the authors stated that there have been years of recommendations to avoid high antibiotic use. Unnecessary use of antibiotics can lead to side effects, disrupt a dog's microbiome and could contribute to antibiotic resistance, an article from Visbiome Vet reported.
Gizmodo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Gizmodo
These Are the Dogs Most Likely to Get Diarrhea
Researchers in the U.K. analyzed vet records from over two million dogs to uncover the messy truth about canine diarrhea. Speaking from personal experience; fewer things in the world are messier than a dog with the runs. New research out today reveals how often people will take their dog to the vet for a bout of diarrhea, as well as some potential factors that could raise a pup's risk of it, such as their breed. Scientists at the Royal Veterinary College in the U.K. conducted the study, which examined the vet records of several million dogs. They estimated that one in every 12 dogs experiences diarrhea serious enough to prompt a vet visit each year, with certain breeds, including German Shepherds, more likely to experience it. The study also suggests that dogs are often getting overprescribed antibiotics as a result. Much like their human owners, dogs commonly suffer from diarrhea, and the study's researchers wanted to better understand how often it's diagnosed in primary care vet clinics and how it's typically managed. To do so, they analyzed the (anonymous) medical records of more than two million U.K. dogs that visited vets in 2019. They also studied the characteristics of 1,835 randomly selected cases of confirmed diarrhea within this sample. They calculated that 8.18% of dogs are diagnosed with diarrhea by their primary vet in a given year. But this risk was higher for six breeds in particular compared to the average mixed breed dog: the Maltese, Miniature Poodle, Cavapoo, German Shepherd, and Yorkshire Terrier. Conversely, only two breeds—the Jack Russell Terrier and Chihuahua—had a lower risk of diarrhea. Dogs younger than three and older than nine were also more likely to be diagnosed with diarrhea compared to middle-aged dogs. About a third of the cases they studied involved blood in the stool, a sign of more serious illness; nearly half of all dogs studied also experienced vomiting. But most cases in general cleared up without too much trouble, with more than 80% only meriting a single trip to the vet. In other words, as is true with people, doggy diarrhea is usually miserable but short-lasting. 'Experiencing the dreaded doggy poonami is one of those events every dog owner fears. This new study shows that diarrhea events are very common in dogs but that owners should not panic—no matter how bad the deluge, most dogs will recover in a few days with good veterinary treatment,' said lead study researcher Dan O'Neill, an associate professor of companion animal epidemiology at the RVC, in a statement provided to Gizmodo. The findings might also provide some insights into the nature of doggy diarrhea. It's possible that the higher-risk breeds highlighted in the study are more genetically vulnerable to digestive problems, for instance. The researchers also found other factors tied to a higher diarrhea risk, such as scavenging (the tendency for a dog to try eating things off the ground or from other non-intentional sources). On the more worrying side, the findings indicate that antibiotics are getting overused in dogs as well as humans. Veterinary guidelines have long advised against using antibiotics for mild to moderate cases of diarrhea in dogs, the researchers note. These drugs are not only unlikely to speed up a dog's recovery, but can incidentally increase antibiotic resistance. Despite these guidelines, however, nearly 40% of the cases they studied were still treated with antibiotics. 'High antibiotic use within veterinary clinical management against years of recommendation to the contrary raises concerns about unnecessary antibiotic therapy for this condition,' the researchers wrote in their paper, published in PLOS ONE. Dogs deserve nothing but the best healthcare, of course. But for most cases of diarrhea, time and less intrusive measures like switching to blander foods (boiled chicken, white rice, etc.) are all you need to help your dog through their gastrointestinal ordeal.
USA Today
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Westminster Dog Show: Live updates, time, TV, breeds, format for Best in Show
Westminster Dog Show: Live updates, time, TV, breeds, format for Best in Show The final throes of an amazing series of events come to their conclusion on Tuesday when the Best in Show will be awarded at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. What started as more than 2,500 dogs across 200 breeds are down to just seven. Winners have been allocated to the seven main categories of hound, toy, non-sporting, working, sporting, terrier and herding. Those dogs now compete to triumph like Sage, the Miniature Poodle, did at last year's Best in Show. This time around, the competition will be among Bourbon the Whippet, Neal the Bichon Frisé, Comet the Shih Tzu, Mercedes the German Shepherd, and winners from the sporting, working, and terrier groups. Results for those groups are yet to be announced. Follow along for all of the action at Tuesday's Westminster Dog Show Best in Show event. When is the Westminster Dog Show Best in Show? The Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show event takes place on Tuesday, Feb. 11 with the TV broadcast airing on FS1. All times Eastern. Pre-show coverage: 7-7:30 p.m. Best in Show: 7:30-11 p.m. Westminster Dog Show TV channel: How to watch Best in Show TV channel: FS1 FS1 will have TV coverage from Madison Square Garden on the crucial Day 2 of the event. That includes a pre-show kicking off at 7 p.m. ET, followed immediately by the main event in the Best in Show. Westminster Dog Show stream: How to stream Best in Show All FS1 and FS2 telecasts will be available for subscribers of the FOX Sports app. You can also catch the event on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. Watch Westminster Dog Show on Fubo We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
USA Today
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Westminster Dog Show: Breeds, format, schedule and what to know
The 149th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the USA's second-oldest continuously held sporting event − behind only the Kentucky Derby − is taking place this week in New York. This year, the competition is back to its traditional time of year and location in the heart of New York City, with events at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Madison Square Garden. The past four years in the wake of the COVID pandemic, the event was held outdoors and moved to the spring. The main event brings together more than 2,500 dogs from over 200 different breeds for the two-day competition, with winners crowned in seven different categories and the awarding of the coveted overall title of Best in Show. Here's what you need to know about this year's event: Where is the 2025 Westminster dog show being held? This year, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show returns to Madison Square Garden and the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. For the past two years, it has been held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in nearby Flushing, with the Best in Show winner crowned on the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Westminster was previously held at Madison Square Garden until 2020, but moved to the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York in 2021 and 2022 due to the coronavirus pandemic. What is the 2025 Westminster dog show schedule? Saturday, Feb. 8: Obedience training demonstrations and agility competition. (Javits Center) Monday, Feb. 10: Prelimimary judging in four groups (Javits Center), with the top finishers advancing to the Best of Breed competition. (Madison Square Garden) Tuesday, Feb. 11: Preliminary judging continues in the remaining three groups (Javits Center), with the top finishers advancing to the Best of Breed competition. (Madison Square Garden). Best in Show honors will be announced after the judging concludes on Tuesday night. The dog show will be broadcast on FOX, FS1 and FS2. What breeds are in the competition? More than 2,500 dogs from 201 different breeds will take part in this year's Westminster Dog Show. The participating dogs are divided into seven categories: Hound Toy Non-sporting Working Sporting Terrier Herding The first four groups are judged on Monday; the remaining three are judged on Tuesday. How does judging work? There seven different breed groups are evaluated based on the standard set by their parent club, meaning competing dogs aren't compared to other competitors but to the ideal proportions, weight and size, head shape, gait and other qualities of the breed. Once a dog wins its breed, it is judged within its group. Group winners then move on to the Best in Show category. Who won the Westminster dog show last year? "Sage," the Miniature Poodle, won the Best in Show honor at the 148th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show last May, beating over 2,500 dogs of more than 200 different breeds for the ultimate prize. Sage, a three-year-old from Houston, Texas, was handled by Kaz Hosaka in the final show of his career. Sage was the first poodle to win Best in Show since 2020.
