My 8-week-old puppy has bloody poop and is very sleepy. What to do?

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My 8 week old puppy as got some blood in her poo and she seems to be sleeping all day. Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 25 days old

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would be very suspicious that your puppy may have contracted parvovirus. Please take her in to your local vet right away to get tested for parvovirus and also a fecal exam. If she has parvo she will need medicaitons from your vet, fluids and possible extensive care to get treat her conditon. Parvo is a very deadly virus in puppies even with treatment, but the pet has the best chance of survival the earlier you start treatment. Try offering her small amounts of Pedialyte non-flavored by mouth via syringe or small turkey baster to try and keep her hydrated. Puppies dehydrate very quickly when they are having loose stool. Best wishes and I hope your puppy feels better soon.

My 8-week-old puppy has bloody poop and is very sleepy. What to do?

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