Why is my dog's stool black and won't eat after anal gland expression?

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My dog's just had his anal glands expressed 3 days back.. now his stool turned a little black in color..and he's even stopped eating ...what happened to him? What should i do? Pet's info: Dog | American Eskimo Dog | Male | 6 years and 6 months old | 22 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Sonu. I am sorry to hear that he is not feeling well. The dark color stool can indicate bleeding from the stomach or small intestines if it is black, tarry or coffee grounds like in appearance. This can be the result of a gastrointestinal ulcer and would need treatment by his veterinarian. Unless his anal glands are infected, swollen or blocked, simply having them expressed should not affect his appetite. He will need to see his veterinarian again to determine why he is feeling ill. I hope this information helps!

Why is my dog's stool black and won't eat after anal gland expression?

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