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Why is my new puppy having diarrhea after changing environments?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months old

Thank you, so very much that really assures me, she is also having a bit of diarrhea would this be caused by changing environments. I got her just the past day from a lady who seemed honest.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on August 12th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may be due to stress from changing to a new environment. However, do not forget that this may also be due to other reasons. Diarrhea can be observed with conditions such as colitis, gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, intestinal parasites, among many other possibilities. If this continues, I recommend that you have Bella evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They may choose to check for parasites and to start medications for diarrhea depending on the results. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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