Dog and Puppy Stool Information
Please follow these instructions according to the pup’s stool score:
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Stool Score
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Follow up
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1
Very hard and dry
Pellet like
No residue when picked up
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Observe the pup’s drinking habits. If the pup has another hard, dry stool contact your GDF representative.
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2
Firm, not hard Segmented
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Nothing! The pup’s stool is great!
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3
Log shaped,
Moist surface
Little or no segments
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Nothing! The pup’s stool is great!
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4
Very moist and soggy
Log shaped
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Nothing! The pup’s stool is great!
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5
Very moist
Distinct shape
In pile instead of log
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If it becomes softer, the pup might be getting diarrhea. Many pups have stool this consistency until adulthood.
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6
Has texture, but no shape
Present in piles or spots
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The dog might need medication.
Contact your GDF representative.
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7
Watery
No texture
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The dog might need medication.
Contact your GDF representative.
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