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My puppy hasn't pooped since I brought her home. Is she constipated?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Toy Fox Terrier | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 15 days old | 8.2 lbs

My 12 week old mini fixie hasn't popped since she was bought home Sunday afternoon, is there a problem?

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Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 28th, 2019

Most puppies will poop once or twice a day. Not pooping for 48 hours is concerning. Ensure that Bambi is on a healthy diet (canned and kibble puppy food) and do NOT feed bones(can cause constipation and many other health issues) or raw meat. If Bambi is still eating/drinking and running around and playing, just get her on a healthy diet and give her another 24 hours to poop. Long walks can help. If she hasn't pooped in another 24 hours I recommend a visit to the vet. Best of luck with Bambi!

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