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Puppy after hookworm, still has bloody diarrhea, vomiting. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 30 days old | 7.5 lbs

My puppy has hookworm and got wormed and she still has bloody stools diarrhea and vomiting what should the vet do next

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 24th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I’m sorry to hear Missy has been having GI issues. Vomiting and bloody stools can be due to a variety of causes, including intestinal parasites as you mentioned, parvovirus, dietary indiscretion, food intolerance, or another underlying medical issue. I would recommend she be re-evaluated by a veterinarian soon, as puppies can dehydrate quickly and have a low drop in their blood sugar. I would recommend she be seen, have any necessary testing done (Parvo test if not up to date on vaccines, X-rays, bloodwork) and get started on any treatment (fluid therapy, anti nausea, etc) that she may need. Good luck!

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    Answered By Isabelle Roese, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on August 10th, 2017

    Hello, when puppies get dewormed, they very often pass worms in the next few days. You could give your puppy Buoy some blend food for a day (boiled chicken breasts and cooked white rice), and if minor blood persists, I would definitively recommend having him seen by your veterinarian. If he looses appetite, produce more blood or diarrhea, do not delay and ask your veterinarian for an exam and possibly a parvo virus test.

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