Why is my dog's poop white, hard, and chalky? Should I change food?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 20 days old | 5.73 lbs
My dog’s poop is white,hard and chalky. What should i do ? Should i change her diet ?
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Published on October 2nd, 2018
That could be compatible with a disease of the liver, responsible for he pigments inside the feces. I would recommend to change diet for the next week, feeding with a bland diet based on chicken and rice. If signs persist a check up and blood tests at your local vets are required.
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Published on February 10th, 2019
This type of stool is usually related to a lack of pigment produced by the liver. Pancreatic problems can cause this presentation as well. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
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