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Why is my dog's poop mucousy after deworming? Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 3 days old | 45 lbs

Luna's poop has mucous after she was dewormed this Saturday. Is this common?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on September 10th, 2018

There is always some mucus in stool. It aids in defecation. An increased amount can be due to some inflammation in the intestine. If she had intestinal parasites and was recently treated, this could be the cause. If she is behaving normally, you can monitor her at home. Consider a bland diet in small, frequent amounts until the stool is normal then transition slowly to her regular diet. Symptoms that should be addressed by your veterinarian include lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite or abdominal pain.

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