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Why is my dog panting heavily, has bloody diarrhea, and acting weird?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 4 years and 11 months old

My dog has been sick and had diarrhoea both have blood in it he’s been really out of character with his behaviour his nose is dry and he has developed a heavy panting

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on January 31st, 2018

Your dog sounds like he is very ill and should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Panting is a sign of pain/discomfort and with the diarrhea and bloody stool, he may have eaten something that disagreed with him, eaten some non-food item that has irritated his gastrointestinal tract or is causing a blockage. Leaving a blockage untreated can be life-threatening so please do get him seen right a

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