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Why does my older German Shepherd have bloody stools with clots?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 9 years and 8 months old | 55 lbs

Older 9yr female German Shepherd. Has had stomach issues Always just started having bloody stools that look like blood clots?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on February 5th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Diarrhea with blood can be observed with conditions such as colitis, gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, intestinal parasites, among many other possibilities. Blood in the stool makes it a more serious condition and does warrant an evaluation. I recommend that you have Karma evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. They may choose to check for parasites and to start medications for diarrhea depending on the results. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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