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Why is my puppy pooping bright red blood? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | English Cocker Spaniel | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

hi i got a 2month old cocker spaniel on wednsday when he poos there is a little blood at the end it is bright red but only a drop. the breeder was feeding him adult greyhound nuts i am weening him onto burns puppy nuts. should i be alarmed? the only injection he needs is the 7in1 due in two weeks

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 18th, 2018

Diet change and stress can cause this. If all else is normal, playful, good appetite, no vomiting, then I would monitor the stool. If it becomes diarrhea or more blood then he needs to be checked immediately.

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