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My dog got into sanitary pads. Will the blood make his stool black?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered

Would the blood from used sanitary pads cause my dog to have black colored stool

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Answered By Jyothi Alagappan

Veterinarian

Published on June 21st, 2018

Hi! It is impossible to say but there is a small chance the blood from the pads could cause black colored stool. However, if it is reoccurring/happened more than once, then it is probably less likely.

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