Also, look at the color. Shades that may be problematic include orange/yellow (possibly caused by biliary or liver problem), green (possibly caused by a gall bladder issue or eating grass), or gray or greasy (possibly caused by a pancreas or biliary problem).
When should I be concerned about my dogs poop?
Diarrhea or Loose Stools However, any time a dog is having multiple soft or loose stools, any time a dog is having watery stools, or any “increased softness” of stools that persists for more than a couple of days definitely warrants veterinary evaluation.
What color should a dog's feces be?
In general, your dog's feces should be a brown color, though the color will vary depending on what your dog is eating. A healthy bowel movement should be firm but not too firm, and your dog should go regularly, though not more than a few times a day.
Is light brown dog poop healthy?
Brown Dog Poop Brown is the color you want to see when you look down at your dog's poop. Firm brown dog poop is an indicator of ideal gut health, as well as optimal digestion in our canine friends. If your dog's poop is chocolate in color and firm enough to pick up easily, they are probably in good standing.
What do different types of dog poop mean?
Dog poop should be compact, moist and easy to pick up – feeling a bit like Play Doh when squished. Dog diarrhoea or watery faeces, as an indicator of intestinal upset, can be a sign that something is amiss with your dog's tummy. And if your dog's poop is hard or dry, it could be a sign of dog constipation.
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