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My 10-week puppies are lethargic, wobbly, and have bloody stool. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Pinscher | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 20 days old | 0.05 lbs

I have 2 litters of 10 week old pups. Miniature Pinscher & Boxers. All of the pups were doing fine & playing & the next morning 3 of the Min Pins were lethargic, wouldn't open their eyes, passing dark bloody stool and couldn't walk without falling over. The smallest pup died that evening. I gave them Vita-Cal Puppy & Pediatric oral electrolyte soloution all day & night. The next day they're eating but still wobbly. Could this have been caused by the Boxers laying on them?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on November 13th, 2018

Although trauma is possible, a viral, parasitic or bacterial gastroenteritis would also be possible. Monitor closely for any additional signs or symptoms and contact your vet immediately if any further pups are affected or if any vomiting develops. Be sure to keep up to date with deworming medications and vaccines also

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