My dog has bloody diarrhea and is straining. Can I wait for vet?

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My dog is having bloody diarrhea he's on a new medication since he has an eye problem , the blood only comes out when he is trying really hard to go to the bathroom. Can I wait 5 more hours it's 3 am and the vet opens at 8am. It looks like picture below. Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | neutered | 13 years and 8 months old | 13 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Oh no poor guy. As long as he isn't lethargic, doesn't have pale gums or is otherwise stable, you can wait the 5 hrs to get him seen. He may be having a stress colitis, in which case antibiotics and probiotics along with a bland diet are the treatment recommendations. However the vet will want to examine him thoroughly so that he is treated appropriately. I hope Boone feels better soon. Best wishes and take care.

My dog has bloody diarrhea and is straining. Can I wait for vet?

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