My new puppy won't eat, has red poop after diet change. Is she sick?

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My dog doesn’t want to eat. this morning I saw a dark red watery/little pieces of hard poop I’m not sure if she’s sick or I’m just freaking out we just got her last week and brought her new puppy food the breeder did not give us any of the food they were using so she just started new food right away. Pet's info: Dog | Great Dane | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 23 days old

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about Shelby! It is a bit confusing reading your description because you say watery but hard poop... if you are seeing poop that is loose with red coloration to it this is concerning especially in a puppy. It is very common to have intestinal parasites in puppies and some of these can cause blood in the stool. I would make an appointment for Shelby to see a vet and bring a stool sample along with you. In the meantime you can pick up a probiotic at the pet store or vet's office to start her on in case she does have some GI upset due to an abrupt diet change. If, however, she starts vomiting or becomes lethargic, stops eating, or develops more bloody diarrhea these can be signs of parvo virus and would be considered and emergency.

My new puppy won't eat, has red poop after diet change. Is she sick?

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