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My sick puppy's yellow, infrequent poop on bland diet: Normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 7 days old | 50 lbs

My puppy is on a rice and cottage cheese diet only because he’s on diarrhea and infection medication. Is normal if he barely poops and is yellow like bright yellow. I’m worry. He has lots of energy and acts normal. After his shot he got “sick” that’s why he’s on medicine. He eats and drinks plenty of water.

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 16th, 2019

His poop is bright yellow b/c of his current diet (just rice and cottage cheese). He should have some protein in there, so I would suggest adding chicken or ground turkey. Also as long as he is not straining to poop, there is no cause for concern for the fewer stools, especially since he isn't eating anything with much substance. As long as he is acting normal, there is no major cause for concern here. Slowly transition him back to his normal diet once your vet says he is good to do so, and his stools should return to normal. Best of luck with your pet Billy moving forward. Take care!

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    Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on September 21st, 2017

    You if she isn't acting sick and is eating well you can try a very bland diet with boiled chicken and rice. If it doesn't improve, or if she isn't eating well or vomiting then I recommend she be seen by your veterinarian for other diagnostics and recommended therapies. I help she improves soon!

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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! Loose mucosy stools can be observed with conditions such as colitis, gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, intestinal parasites, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have your pup evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They may choose to check for parasites and to start medications depending on the results. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on May 10th, 2019

    It could just be that Caeser is experiencing some GI upset, and a bland meal of boiled rice and chicken may help to settle his stomach if it's only happened once. If the problem persists, or you suspect he is having issues such as liver problems, a vet visit and bloodwork can help figure out the cause of the loose stool.

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