My dog on raw diet has loose stools and a Nylabone piece. Blockage?

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Hey. Our dog just switched to a dehydrated raw diet about 2 weeks ago. We noticed stools getting smaller which is normal. The last couple days however the stools have been minimal, very loose, and I noticed a hard object (maybe a piece of Nylabones) in it. Could she have a blockage? Behaviour is the same, no pain while pooping, not paying any attention to her rear. Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Female | spayed | 10 months and 11 days old | 60 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Generally with a blockage the dogs will vomit, stop eating and may strain to defecate so this does not sound like a blockage. I recommend adding fiber to the diet to bulk up the stool. Canned pumpkin works as well as other vegetables like green beans, broccoli, summer squash etc. Some raw diets do have pieces of bones in them. If the diarrhea continues with Sadie feeling fine you may want to use half raw and the rest kibble as this will not be as rich and should firm up the stools. If the diarrhea continues and she is not feeling well then bring her to your veterinarian for treatment. Sometimes raw diets have bacteria in them that can cause gastroenteritis. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Sadie.

My dog on raw diet has loose stools and a Nylabone piece. Blockage?

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