Colitis in dogs: symptoms and treatment of canine colitis

Colitis is a digestive disease that causes inflammation of the colon.

Overview

Colitis is a digestive disease that causes inflammation of the colon – also called the large or lower intestine. It can cause pain and discomfort in your dog, as well as diarrhoea or constipation.

What is colitis?

The symptoms of colitis in dogs

Common causes of colitis in dogs

Treating colitis in dogs

Can I prevent my dog from getting colitis?

Medically reviewed by Dave Tweedle

Published on 21/06/2018 • Reviewed on 12/07/2023