Why is my dog sick, vomiting, scooting, and has mucus in stool?

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Lola is a rescue that we’ve had for almost 3 months and in that time she has had frequent stomach upsets. Lots of belly gurgling, eating grass, loss of appetite. Today she is also, along with the aforementioned, dragging her bottom and excreting a mucus substance. Yesterday her bowels were fine but she wasn’t able to keep her food down. She was spayed 4 days ago but her incision looks great. We feed Taste of the Wild. Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | spayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 15 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. There could be a number of potential causes here. Full anal glands or anal gland infection can cause irritation which can lead to scooting and material from the glands to be expressed. Mucous in the stool can be caused by inflammation in the intestinal tract. Parasitic infection, viral, or bacterial infections can be a common cause. Changing food rapidly or eating something out of the ordinary can be a cause as well. Vomiting or inability to keep food down can have similar causes but can also indicate an obstruction, pancreatitis, and other organ issues. Might be a good idea to have Lola seen by her veterinarian for further evaluation. Your vet may recommend x-rays and/or blood work in addition to a fecal test to help determine the cause of her symptoms. I hope this helps!

Why is my dog sick, vomiting, scooting, and has mucus in stool?

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