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My new puppy has yellow runny poop that spread to my other dogs. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 19 days old | 28 lbs

bought a new german shepherd pup that had runny yellow poop now my other 2 dogs have this could this be coronavirus or giardiasis

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 8th, 2017

Unlikely to be coronavirus at that age, but Giardia is possible. Coccidiosis, campylobacter, salmonella and norovirus are other possible causes. Either way, it appears that this may be contagious, so it would be best to bring a poo sample into the vet and have it checked; especially since many of these bugs can be transmitted to people as well. They can also prescribe the appropriate medication if needed. I hope that helps and they get better soon.

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