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Why is my new puppy lethargic, wobbly, and has bloody diarrhea?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed

I am worried. I got a puppy a couple of days ago and when I got her she as barred in the basement. When I got her outside and in the light I noticed how small she was. I could see her ribs, spine and hips and was wobbly on her legs and very lethargic. So I bring her home and have her on puppy chow and she is somewhat getting a belly but she is very tired and not as hyper as you would except from a puppy and her stool is like water and sometimes looks like there might be blood in it.

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Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

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Published on August 22nd, 2017

I am so sorry to hear that Lady has such a rough start in life. She seems to have found a happy home now. I would continue to feed her a high quality puppy food , I suggest one do the three veterinary approved brands; hills science diet, purine pro plan or royal canin. In addition I would have her given a worming treatment. Gastrointestinal worms are very common in young puppies and probably is the cause of her lack of energy, diarrhoea and bloody feces. If you take Lady in for her first set of vaccinations the vet will be able to send you home with a worming treatment. Best of luck with Lady. I believe she will do fine after some vaccines and worming treatment. She may also need time to adjust to your home and feel secure. Extra love and attention can help her feel more secure faster.

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