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Why is my puppy's poop dark green and watery? When to worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 9 days old

My puppy, his name is Toby,2 months labrador retriever. Early this morning his poop is color dark green that is little watery. I dont know whats wrong

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 1st, 2016

This dark green diarrhea could be due to intestinal parasites, a GI illness, or eating something rotten. If Toby isn't up to date on his deworming treatments, I would get one from the vet. If he is up to date on his deworming treatments, you can try a home remedy before taking him to the vet. Withhold food for 12-24 hours, then feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If the diarrhea continues on the bland diet, he starts vomiting food, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away.

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    Answered By Elva Ma DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 11th, 2018

    Hello, and thank you for your question. I'm sorry to hear that Honey is not feeling well! Diarrhea can be caused by intestinal parasites, gastroenteritis (infection), food indiscretion, pancreatitis, or even stress. I would recommend taking Honey to the vet if her diarrhea does not improve in the next 12-24 hours, as the water loss from her diarrhea can quickly lead to dehydration. In the meantime, you can try fasting her for 8 hours, then start offering her a bland diet of boiled chicken and plain white rice. Small frequent meals (e.g. 1-2 tbsp every 2-3 hours) can be given for a few days, if she is improving. You can also try adding a probiotic supplement such as Fortiflora which can help to restore her normal gut flora. I hope this helps, and that Honey is feeling better soon!

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