My dog has bloody diarrhea from treats. When is it an emergency?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Male | neutered | 25 lbs
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.
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Published on April 7th, 2019
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.
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Published on July 18th, 2018
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Odin. I recommend that he sees his veterinarian today as it does appear to be blood in his stool. When bleeding occurs, it allows bacteria from the colon access to the bloodstream. This can make the dog very I'll. He will need fecal testing to testing to start. If he is vomiting, then bloodwork and x-rays of his belly may be needed. Based on these results, he will likely be prescribed medication and may be given fluids if he is found to be dehydrated. In the meantime, continue to offer him water, but do not give any food until he is seen today. This will help to rest his GI tract and can slow down the diarrhea. I hope this information helps!
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