If you've changed your dog's diet recently, monitor changes in poop. You may have to alter the diet if it doesn't improve. A soft, loose stool can also indicate giardia or another intestinal parasite. Make a trip to the vet if the poop consistency doesn't return to normal.
How can I firm up my dog's stool?
To firm up a dog's stool, feed them a high-quality diet that contains enough meat and fiber, and avoid fatty foods or a high-fat diet. You can also increase a dog's fiber intake through homemade meals, addition of veggies or fruit, or giving them a fiber supplement.
Should I be concerned if my dogs poop is soft?
If the stool is soft, mushy, and hard to pick up, this is considered diarrhea. The colon is the organ that absorbs the water from the intestine, so if the stool is abnormally loose, the colon is not functioning properly. Some dogs want to “mark” with their excrement.
What causes soft poop in dogs?
Causes of Loose Stool In Dogs In general, eating anything that is out of the normal for a dog can cause loose stool. Dogs with a habit of eating food off of the ground or getting into the trash will commonly experience loose stool from this behavior.
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