{"id":146202,"date":"2022-09-07T15:32:12","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T15:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/"},"modified":"2022-09-08T09:31:13","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T09:31:13","slug":"why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is my dog pooping blood and diarrhea?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Why_is_my_dog_pooping_blood_and_diarrhea\" title=\"Why is my dog pooping blood and diarrhea?\">Why is my dog pooping blood and diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Is_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_an_emergency\" title=\"Is bloody diarrhea in dogs an emergency?\">Is bloody diarrhea in dogs an emergency?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_causes_bright_red_blood_in_dogs_diarrhea\" title=\"What causes bright red blood in dog&#8217;s diarrhea?\">What causes bright red blood in dog&#8217;s diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_is_pooping_diarrhea_and_blood\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog is pooping diarrhea and blood?\">What does it mean when your dog is pooping diarrhea and blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What should I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?\">What should I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_can_cause_a_dog_to_poop_blood\" title=\"What can cause a dog to poop blood?\">What can cause a dog to poop blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_emergency_vet_for_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"Should I take my dog to the emergency vet for bloody diarrhea?\">Should I take my dog to the emergency vet for bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What can I give my dog for bloody diarrhea?\">What can I give my dog for bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#When_should_I_worry_about_bloody_diarrhea_in_my_dog\" title=\"When should I worry about bloody diarrhea in my dog?\">When should I worry about bloody diarrhea in my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Can_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_go_away_on_its_own\" title=\"Can bloody diarrhea in dogs go away on its own?\">Can bloody diarrhea in dogs go away on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Why_does_my_dog_have_diarrhea_with_red_blood\" title=\"Why does my dog have diarrhea with red blood?\">Why does my dog have diarrhea with red blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"How can I help my dog with bloody diarrhea?\">How can I help my dog with bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Why_is_my_dog_having_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"Why is my dog having bloody diarrhea?\">Why is my dog having bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_do_you_feed_a_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What do you feed a dog with bloody diarrhea?\">What do you feed a dog with bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_does_it_mean_when_my_dog_poops_blood\" title=\"What does it mean when my dog poops blood?\">What does it mean when my dog poops blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Is_dog_pooping_blood_serious\" title=\"Is dog pooping blood serious?\">Is dog pooping blood serious?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_home_remedy_is_good_for_a_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What home remedy is good for a dog with bloody diarrhea?\">What home remedy is good for a dog with bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Is_it_an_emergency_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"Is it an emergency if my dog has bloody diarrhea?\">Is it an emergency if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_will_vet_do_for_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What will vet do for bloody diarrhea?\">What will vet do for bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Why_is_my_dog_having_diarrhea_with_blood\" title=\"Why is my dog having diarrhea with blood?\">Why is my dog having diarrhea with blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_do_you_feed_a_dog_with_diarrhea_with_blood\" title=\"What do you feed a dog with diarrhea with blood?\">What do you feed a dog with diarrhea with blood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Is_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_fatal\" title=\"Is bloody diarrhea in dogs fatal?\">Is bloody diarrhea in dogs fatal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Why_is_my_dog_pooping_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"Why is my dog pooping bloody diarrhea?\">Why is my dog pooping bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#Is_Bloody_stool_an_emergency_in_dogs\" title=\"Is Bloody stool an emergency in dogs?\">Is Bloody stool an emergency in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\" title=\"What do I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?\">What do I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_pooping_blood_and_diarrhea\"><\/span>Why is my dog pooping blood and diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common causes for bloody vomit or diarrhea in dogs include: <b>Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) (severe bloody diarrhea and bloody vomiting, caused by infectious agents)<\/b><b>Stomach ulcers. <\/b><b>Viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-pooping-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Why is my dog pooping in the middle of the night?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_an_emergency\"><\/span>Is bloody diarrhea in dogs an emergency?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, <b>bloody diarrhea or vomiting is an emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care is called for.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-8UZeyp_7zk\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_bright_red_blood_in_dogs_diarrhea\"><\/span>What causes bright red blood in dog&#8217;s diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hemorrhoids or Other Irritations<\/b> A little bit of bright red blood on the outside of the stool may indicate hemorrhoids or other irritation near the outside of the anus. If your dog will let you, take a look at see if you notice anything that could have caused the problem visible on the outside of her body.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_is_pooping_diarrhea_and_blood\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog is pooping diarrhea and blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, <b>bloody diarrhea or vomiting is an emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care is called for.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Severe conditions that can cause bloody stool or bloody diarrhea include <b>viral and bacterial infections, parvovirus, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, and possibly cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_cause_a_dog_to_poop_blood\"><\/span>What can cause a dog to poop blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Contact your vet right away if your dog is experiencing repeated episodes of diarrhea. Dogs showing other symptoms as well as diarrhea should also be seen by a vet as soon as possible. If your dog has any of the following symptoms contact your vet right away to make an appointment: Blood in stool.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_emergency_vet_for_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>Should I take my dog to the emergency vet for bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What should I do if I see blood in my dog&#8217;s stool or vomit? In any case, bloody diarrhea or vomiting is a veterinary emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so <b>immediate veterinary care will be needed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What is the treatment for bloody diarrhea or vomiting in dogs?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medications to soothe intestines.<\/li>\n<li>Electrolyte and fluid therapies for hemorrhagic gastroenteritis.<\/li>\n<li>Antibiotic therapy for certain types of infections.<\/li>\n<li>Corticosteroid therapy for cases of hypovolemic shock.<\/li>\n<li>Anthelmintics for parasitic infections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/My-Dog-Has-Bloody-Diarrhea-Causes-and-Treatment.jpg\" alt=\"My Dog Has Bloody Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment \u2013 Top Dog Tips\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_bloody_diarrhea_in_my_dog\"><\/span>When should I worry about bloody diarrhea in my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Singular streaks of blood are often a fluke. However, <b>if the bleeding is consistently present or if the bleeding is in larger amounts, that is a clear indicator of a much bigger problem, such as a viral or bacterial infection, parvovirus, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, and even cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_go_away_on_its_own\"><\/span>Can bloody diarrhea in dogs go away on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Sometimes, blood in your dog&#8217;s stool is nothing to be worried about, and it&#8217;s the result of a simple problem that will get better on its own in just a few days. However, in other instances, there may be a much more severe underlying problem that needs to be addressed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_have_diarrhea_with_red_blood\"><\/span>Why does my dog have diarrhea with red blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common causes for bloody vomit or diarrhea in dogs include: <b>Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) (severe bloody diarrhea and bloody vomiting, caused by infectious agents)<\/b><b>Stomach ulcers. <\/b><b>Viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>How can I help my dog with bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common causes for bloody vomit or diarrhea in dogs include: <b>Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) (severe bloody diarrhea and bloody vomiting, caused by infectious agents)<\/b><b>Stomach ulcers. <\/b><b>Viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_having_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>Why is my dog having bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, <b>bloody diarrhea or vomiting is an emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care is called for.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_feed_a_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What do you feed a dog with bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common causes for bloody vomit or diarrhea in dogs include: <b>Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) (severe bloody diarrhea and bloody vomiting, caused by infectious agents)<\/b><b>Stomach ulcers. <\/b><b>Viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/N_pqODSPniU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_my_dog_poops_blood\"><\/span>What does it mean when my dog poops blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But blood in your dog&#8217;s stool can be caused by a wide range of different things. Common reasons for a dog pooping blood include <b>food allergies, constipation, eating something unsuitable, bacterial or viral infection, colitis, or injury<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_dog_pooping_blood_serious\"><\/span>Is dog pooping blood serious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, <b>bloody diarrhea or vomiting is an emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care is called for.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_home_remedy_is_good_for_a_dog_with_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What home remedy is good for a dog with bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can My Dog Die From Pooping Blood? Yes, if the loss of blood through the digestive tract is significant, or it&#8217;s combined with significant loss of fluid through vomiting or diarrhea, <b>it can be life-threatening. Severe dehydration and loss of blood (leading to anemia) can lead to serious consequences for your pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_an_emergency_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>Is it an emergency if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the cause, <b>bloody diarrhea or vomiting is an emergency that could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care is called for.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_will_vet_do_for_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What will vet do for bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your vet may recommend <b>withholding food and\/or water for 24 hours to give your dog&#8217;s intestine a chance to rest. A bland diet for 3 to 7 days following the 24-hour rest period, then a gradual return to your dog&#8217;s normal diet, should help.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_having_diarrhea_with_blood\"><\/span>Why is my dog having diarrhea with blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A bland diet for a day or two may help to resolve your dog&#8217;s issue. Plain-cooked white rice with a little chicken and some canned plain pumpkin (not pie filling) may help to make your dog&#8217;s tummy feel better. Once your dog feels better gradually reintroduce their regular food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_feed_a_dog_with_diarrhea_with_blood\"><\/span>What do you feed a dog with diarrhea with blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Sometimes, blood in your dog&#8217;s stool is nothing to be worried about, and it&#8217;s the result of a simple problem that will get better on its own in just a few days. However, in other instances, there may be a much more severe underlying problem that needs to be addressed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_bloody_diarrhea_in_dogs_fatal\"><\/span>Is bloody diarrhea in dogs fatal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In any case, bloody diarrhea or vomiting is a veterinary emergency that <b>could potentially be fatal if left untreated, so immediate veterinary care will be needed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_pooping_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>Why is my dog pooping bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common causes for bloody vomit or diarrhea in dogs include: <b>Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) (severe bloody diarrhea and bloody vomiting, caused by infectious agents)<\/b><b>Stomach ulcers. <\/b><b>Viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/sites\/default\/files\/Blood-in-dog-poop-136442117.jpg\" alt=\"Dog Pooping Blood? Here's Why and What to Do | PetMD\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Bloody_stool_an_emergency_in_dogs\"><\/span>Is Bloody stool an emergency in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first thing you should do if you find blood in your dog&#8217;s stool, whether the stool is formed or loose (like diarrhea), is to <b>call your veterinarian. Dogs can&#8217;t verbalize when they aren&#8217;t feeling well. Finding blood in dog poop is alarming, and it&#8217;s also a clear sign that something is going on with your pup.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_has_bloody_diarrhea\"><\/span>What do I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Contact your vet right away if your dog is experiencing repeated episodes of diarrhea. Dogs showing other symptoms as well as diarrhea should also be seen by a vet as soon as possible. If your dog has any of the following symptoms contact your vet right away to make an appointment: Blood in stool.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why is my dog pooping blood and diarrhea?Is bloody diarrhea in dogs an emergency?What causes bright red blood in dog&#8217;s diarrhea?What does it mean when your dog is pooping diarrhea and blood?What should I do if my dog has bloody diarrhea?What can cause a dog to poop blood?Should I take my dog&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194411,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-is-my-dog-pooping-blood-and-diarrhea-2.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146202"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=146202"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146202\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194408,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146202\/revisions\/194408"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194411"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=146202"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=146202"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=146202"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}