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Pregnant Chihuahua has jello-like diarrhea. Is it normal or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 7 months old | 8 lbs

I have an 19 month old Chihuahua that is 3 weeks pregnant. The last 5 days she's had runny with looks like jello in her bms and she eating and she has not been vomiting. Can you please tell me what I can do & if this is normal ?? Thank you for any advice you can give me...

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 19th, 2016

It could be caused by hormonal changes but if it continues than she should be examined by a vet, especially if she becomes lethargic and starts vomiting. She could also have a parasite or infection and your vet can run lab-work to look for potential causes and determine if treatment is needed.

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