My dog has bloody diarrhea from treats. When is it an emergency?

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My dog ate a bag of treats and one or two rawhide free bones yesterday. He had diarrhea yesterday and today with a few bright red bloody drops at the end each time. I gave him pumpkin yesterday along with his normal food. Today I am trying boiled chicken and rice. Is there anything else I can do without taking him to a vet? When does this become an emergency? He is eating and drinking fine and has not vomited. Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Male | neutered | 25 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

The diarrhea could be irritating Odin's GI tract, leading to the bleeding. The bland diet of chicken and rice is a good idea. Feed it in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If the diarrhea continues on the bland diet, there is still blood in his feces on the bland diet, he starts vomiting food, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away. Best of luck.

My dog has bloody diarrhea from treats. When is it an emergency?

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