My puppy has bloody diarrhea and pain. Is a vet visit urgent?

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I have a 9 mo golden retriever who has had diarrhea since Monday morning. The diarrhea is because I changed her diet suddenly, but it is 48 hours later and she’s still have diarrhea, now with mucous and blood in it, and she’s crying in pain b/c her butthole is hurting. I’ve given her pepto bismol and changed her diet to chicken, pumpkin, and white rice, but I’m wondering if I need to take her to a vet. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | spayed | 8 months and 18 days old | 50 lbs

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

It sounds like you have done everything at home you can for Pebbles. Since it has been over 48 hours it is time to take her to your vet. Bring a stool sample if you are able to. Your vet will likely recommend some antibiotics for the diarrhea as well as some probiotics too. If Pebbles seems dehydrated or is painful in her abdomen then your vet may recommend fluids and/or X-rays as well. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck!

My puppy has bloody diarrhea and pain. Is a vet visit urgent?

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