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Should I be worried if my dogs poop is runny?

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If your dog's stool is loose, runny or very mushy, your dog has diarrhea. The reasons your dog might have diarrhea range from minor to potentially serious. Though diarrhea in dogs is common and often nothing to worry about, you should still check with your vet, especially if:Your dog is not behaving normally.


When should I be concerned about my dogs runny poop?

Contact your vet right away if your pup is experiencing repeated episodes of diarrhea or chronic diarrhea. If your dog is showing other symptoms as well as diarrhea they should be seen by a vet as soon as possible.

Is it normal for dogs to have runny poop?

Mild bouts of diarrhea are common in our canine friends and can be caused by mild intestinal distress, often because your dog has eaten a small amount of something that doesn't agree with them, such as scraps from the dinner table, or just as a result of switching to a new flavor or brand of food.

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