My dog has bloody diarrhea after surgery and antibiotics. Should I worry?

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My dog is having diarrhea that is followed by some drops of bright red blood. He is straining to defecate. He was put under general anesthesia yesterday morning to have a laceration tended to. He is currently taking Tramadol and Augmentin prescriptions. He is slightly lethargic and not wanting to drink much but has a fairly normal appetite. He has had bouts of diarrhea in the past as he has a very sensitive stomach. I am wondering if I should seek immediate Care for the blood I saw in his stool. Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 54 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Anesthesia can cause these symptoms along with the stress of the stay but that antibiotic can be a factor also. If he is eating and drinking fine with only a small amount of blood at the end of the BM then you can monitor for anything further. If it is diarrhea with blood through out then I would get him seen. You can always try boiled chicken and rice as this is bland and easy to digest. You may need to add canine probiotics while in antibiotics. You may want to talk to your vet about a different one that is easier on the stomach

My dog has bloody diarrhea after surgery and antibiotics. Should I worry?

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