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Why did my pet die suddenly with blood in its stool? Was it poison?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Airedale Terrier | Male | 1 year old

My pet died yesterday.. there was not any symptoms jest avoid food since monday.. when the day he was died, we saw blood was in her anal with poop.. could he have been poisoned??

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on March 1st, 2018

Due to the blood in the stool the death was more likely from parvovirus or a severe case of intestinal parasites. Dogs that are poisoned often vomit and have seizures. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.

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