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My dog ate raw ground beef and has bloody diarrhea. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My small dog has recently eaten raw ground beef and is now having bloody loose stools. Whats going on?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 10th, 2015

Most dogs can tolerate a raw meal. The amount may have caused GI upset. Bad meat or fatty meat can also be the cause. Withhold food for 12-24 hours. Allow small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte. Resume feeding a bland diet (1:1 ratio of plain boiled boneless chicken and plain white rice). Feed in small, frequent amounts waiting at least one hour between feedings. Continue feeding until the stool is normal. Transition slowly to the regular diet. If the diarrhea doesn’t stop or your dog becomes lethargic or exhibits symptoms of abdominal pain, see your veterinarian.

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