My dog is on Dexamethasone for allergies. Why are her stools bloody?

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My dog is on Dexamethasone for allergies. !/2 a pill every other day & Benadryl on opposite days. I have noticed blood in her stools the last few days. She is drinking & eating normally. Energy levels are also normal. No change in her diet. Should I be concerned? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 4 years and 8 months old | 80 lbs

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Steroids can cause GI ulceration and this is a potential concern for dogs on steroids like dexamethasone. The bloody stool could also be due to some other cause. I would recommend a recheck with your veterinarian to determine the cause and consider whether or not an allergy drug like Apoquel might be more appropriate to treat GG's allergies.

My dog is on Dexamethasone for allergies. Why are her stools bloody?

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