My puppy had loose stool for 2 days, now hasn't pooped. What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 13 days old | 16 lbs
My dog had loose stool for about 48 hours. Hes not lethargic, and other than this morning which again was loose he hasnt to my knowledge had a bowel movement. Dog walker i hire for while im at work stated he hadnt gone. And theres no evidence he has since.
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Published on November 24th, 2017
It may be getting be on his own and it is starting to slow down. If he is eating and drinking normally and feeling fine I would continue to monitor for further BMs. If they continue loose then ibwiukd get him checked since it has been going on for so long. You can always try boiled chicken and rice and add a canine probiotic to help
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Published on March 19th, 2018
Good Evening! As long as the stool appears normal (normal consistency, size, shape, no blood, no mucus), he is not vomiting, he has his normal appetite, he has not lost any noticeable about of weight, and he is acting his "normal self", he will likely be just fine. :-). Certain diets can increase the volume and/or frequency of bowel movements. If the stool becomes loose, he loses his appetite, or begins vomiting a veterinary visit may be warranted.
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Published on July 20th, 2017
A dog's stool should be firm but not hard. Occasional loose stool is normal, but if it is happening regularly it needs to be checked by a vet. She could have worms, gastroenteritis, or another problem.
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Published on August 3rd, 2018
Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I wouldn't get too worried yet. If the softer loose stool happens again or more frequently, I would recommend a veterinary visit. However, if it just happened once, there is no need to rush off to the vet. If needed, you can save a fresh stool sample (12 hours fresh) and take it with you to your veterinary visit if it comes to that. Your veterinarian will most likely want to test his stool during the appointment. I hope this helps and thanks again for posting!
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