[stacey0306]

I have a 12 week old Beagle cross Boxer puppy. She is as lively as ever and eating and drinking well. However I have noticed that when she goes for a poop there is blood visible. She has not got diarrea! Any ideas?? Im a new dog owner and need advice please

[tickle]

Hookworms and whipworms are the two most common internal worms that cause both blood and mucus in a puppy's stool. Worms can eat into the intestinal tract and cause bleeding in severe cases. He could have eaten something that has caused a rupture. All of these are a good reason to visit the vet. The vet will ask you to bring a sample of his stool for testing.

Ask the vet also about vaccinations when you are there.

[stacey0306]

She has received both her vaccines (2nd being last week) and was wormed along with her 1st vaccine. Did notice today some mucus in her stool though. Have collected a sample from today and booked a vets appointment for tomorrow. I take it its nothing too serious that I need to panic?? Thanks very much for your help