Why does my Shih Tzu have black poop while taking antibiotics?

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  Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

  Veterinarian

  Published on April 21st, 2017

  I would be concerned about black tools indicating a possible bleed. I recommend you return for a recheck on monday and take samples of both types of stool for a full assessment. Continue with the sensitivity diet and encourage as much fluids as possible, a probiotic may also help such as fortiflora or canikur

  

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  Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on April 17th, 2020

  This is very serious. Black stools mean that it is digested blood. So, he is still having some bleeding somewhere in his intestinal tract. You can deworm him again - that would be a good idea. If you are able to get him some probiotics I would give him that and also start putting him on regular dog food. You should also start giving him some Omeprazole 10mg once per day. It is a human drug and you can likely buy it at your local pharmacy. I would give that once per day for two weeks and then stop. As long as he is eating that is a good sign.

  

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  Answered By Christie Long, DVM

  Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

  Published on June 6th, 2018

  I'm not sure why you posted the picture of the antibiotics. That is a commonly used antibiotic in vet med, and I doubt that it's the cause of what's going on with your dog. I'm especially concerned about the dark feces and pale skin color - to me that suggest bleeding into the GI tract and resulting anemia. I suggest you get him back in for emergency care immediately as he seems to be getting worse and not better.

  

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