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Dog played in backyard puddles. Is drinking dirty water dangerous?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 3 months old

Hi my dog played in puddles in back yard and rolled put nose in puddles after rain is there any problem with this? Thank you

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Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 14th, 2017

Most likely Stella will be ok. There are some bacteria associated with water such as Leptospirosis. If she has any vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, weakness or pain Stella should get examined by her veterinarian.

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