{"id":24710,"date":"2023-03-26T23:30:23","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T04:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bernies.com\/?p=24710"},"modified":"2023-07-05T11:34:56","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T16:34:56","slug":"black-dog-poop-causes-treatments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bernies.com\/blogs\/bernies-blog\/black-dog-poop-causes-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Dog Poop: Causes & Treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"

If your dog has black dog poop, you might wonder what’s making it that way. Black poop in dogs may be a sign there’s a bigger issue, so making sure your dog’s poop is normal is the first step to their overall health.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Black Dog Poop: What To Look Out For?<\/h2>\n

Dog poop color definitely varies in dogs, and a lot of that depends on many things. The most important factor in dog poop color is what the dog’s digestive system is like. If they have variations in diet,<\/a> hydration<\/a> or health issues<\/a>, that can affect the color of their poop. Generally speaking, a dog’s stool color should be brown<\/a>, as this is a sign that their food has gone through the digestive system appropriately and efficiently. If you see black poop when your dog does their business, this could be a sign of many things. Healthy dog poop is not black, and black poop should be investigated.<\/p>\n

If your dog’s poop is black, it could be a sign of stomach ulcers or bleeding in its upper digestive tract or their small intestine. Black poop, or even very dark brown poop is commonly that color because there may be blood in the stool, and it isn’t fresh or has had time to darken in color.<\/p>\n

Sometimes this can be a one-and-done type of bowel movement and isn’t indicative of your dog’s health overall. Especially if they don’t have any more concerning stools and they’re acting normal.<\/p>\n

But if your dog’s poop is consistently black, you should consult with your vet immediately because there may need to be immediate treatment.<\/p>\n

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If your dog’s poop is black, there may be internal bleeding<\/h2>\n

Internal bleeding in dogs may be a reason your dog has black poop. This can be due to anything from disease to medication side effects to viral or bacterial pathogens to an injury. If your dog has black tarry stools, internal bleeding may be happening. Look for the following additional symptoms if you see black dog poop.<\/p>\n