My dog fought, now has black tarry stool. Is it internal bleeding?

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My baby had gotten into a fight with another dog here recently. Im sure he had swallowed a lot of blood. Im concerned that maybe there might be some internal damage, i revently noticed that his stool looks black and tarry. I intend on taking him to the vet, but payday is next week and i feel i need an answer asap. Could he have internal bleeding somewhere? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 11 months old | 160 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Yes, black tarry stools are a red flag for internal bleeding, either from upper gi tract or swallowed from.upper respiratory or dental trauma. A full vet check is recommended, this would be urgent if any weakness, breathing difficulty or vomiting is observed

My dog fought, now has black tarry stool. Is it internal bleeding?

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