Puppy has soft stool after new food. Is it Parvo or will it pass?

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My puppy is 4 months old. Two nights ago he had diarrhea but now his bowl movements alternate from slightly soft to a BM that doesn't hold form once it hits the ground. He does have slightly labored breathing but mainly his only symptom is the soft stool. We just changed his food too. Should I be concerned that this may be Parvo or do you think this is something that will pass? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 9 days old | 35 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Axel. Other symptoms of Parvo include vomiting, decreased appetite, and lethargy. If he doesnt have these its very unlikely that he has parvo. Additionally, if he has been vaccinated already, then it is also less likely for him to get parvo. To fully rule this out he would need to be tested for parvo. More likely, the change in his diet is what is causing his soft stools. These should clear up within the next 3-5 days. Another possibility is that Axel has obtained some kind of parasite, in which its unlikely that his soft stools will resolve on their own. If Axel is not doing better in a few days, or if he is doing worse, then he should be seen by a veterinarian to have him tested for parvo and for other parasites. Best of luck and hope this helps!

Puppy has soft stool after new food. Is it Parvo or will it pass?

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