Checking your dog’s poop might not be glamorous, but it’s one of the simplest ways to monitor their health. Changes in color, texture, or frequency can signal digestive issues, parasites, or more serious problems. Here’s what to look for—and how to support your dog’s gut naturally.
What Healthy Dog Poop Should Look Like
- Firm but not rock hard
- Log-shaped
- Moist, but not runny
- Chocolate brown in color
- Passed easily and consistently
If your dog’s stool looks like this most days, their digestive system is likely in good balance.
🚩 What Different Poop Types Might Mean
- Soft, unformed, or runny: Stress, food sensitivities, or minor digestive upset.
- Very hard or dry: Often linked to dehydration or low fiber intake.
- Yellow/orange: May signal liver or gallbladder issues.
- Green: Sometimes from grass-eating, or possible irritation.
- Black and tarry: A red flag for internal bleeding—call your vet immediately.
- White spots or rice-like shapes: Classic signs of worms or parasites.
Common Causes of Digestive Upset in Dogs
- Sudden diet changes
- Low-quality food or treats
- Overeating or eating trash
- Parasites from soil, water, or animals
- Environmental toxins
- Past antibiotic use disrupting gut flora
Natural Ways to Support Your Dog’s Gut Health
- Pumpkin: Fiber-rich, supports both constipation and diarrhea.
- Probiotics: Help restore healthy gut bacteria.
- Activated Charcoal: May bind toxins during acute digestive upset.*
- Herbal Parasite Cleanses: Natural support for dogs showing signs of worms.*
Safe herbs like black walnut, wormwood, clove, and pumpkin seed have traditionally been used to support digestive balance and discourage parasites.
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When It’s Time to Call the Vet
- Blood in stool
- Diarrhea lasting more than 48 hours
- Sudden stool changes with lethargy
- Weight loss or vomiting
- Loss of appetite
If you notice these red flags, contact your veterinarian promptly for diagnosis and treatment.
