My new puppy has runny stool, mucus, and straining. Is it normal?

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We adopted a 6 month old puppy from the animal shelter approx two weeks ago. He is experiencing a very runny stool. It is often liquid with mucus or almost water as well as a straining and high frequency. He also has normal stool movements. He is drinking heavily, eating and very playful. Nothing appears wrong but this issue. We have fed him consistently and added rice and pumpkin to his diet. Is this Normal? The shelter stated he had a checkup and full shots as well as fixed. John. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 35 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I would recommend that you have Odin examined by a vet for possible intestinal parasites. These could be worms or other things like coccidia or giardia. The vet will do an exam and review previous records (if available) to see if and with what Odin was dewormed, and then they can recommend appropriate diagnostics or treatments.

My new puppy has runny stool, mucus, and straining. Is it normal?

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