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My dog's poop or vomit has white parts. Is it diet or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

Our one year old, male cavapoo dog just passed a movement with odd white parts to it. It could have possibly been vomit as we weren’t around when it was done. We think it may be something to do with his diet and this is a one off and he seems fine in himself but obviously it’s a worry. Perhaps something he ate or a sign of something to be concerned about? Thank you (and apologies for the graphic photos!!)

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on December 18th, 2018

Poor Arty! It is difficult to tell what this is! :) The white stuff makes me think it is vomit because it look like undigested food but the brown part sure look like poop. If Arty ate some poop outside, they can certainly throw it up and it look like this. Does he tend to do this? I would try feeding him some plain boiled boneless, skinless chicken and white rice to see if this settles him tummy. If he continues to have problems, I would have your vet take a look at him. Your vet will be able to do a fecal and blood work on him if needed and get him start on the proper meds to help him feel better. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 3rd, 2018

    It sounds as Patches is suffering from a gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. i would recommend taking her to the vet the first chance you get, she will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection she will need an anti vomiting injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better. if the vet thinks it is more serious she will need a blood test and possibly an ultrasound in order to find out what is wrong.

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