How to improve your dog’s poops
The main thing to bear in mind when it comes to your dogs poop is that its directly influenced by their diet. So start off by looking for a dog food that is designed to promote good digestion.
Our range of dog food (and cat food) is designed to be good for the gut, packed with gut-friendly ingredients like Slippery Elm and probiotics – the key to the perfect poop! Probiotics are living bacteria, that feed off prebiotics, and play a role in nearly all your pooches bodily functions. Playing a role in everything from their pretty poops, to feeling happy and doing zoomiess! Our whole range is also hypoallergenic, with grain free, single-source protein and limited ingredient options for the most sensitive tums.
If you do decide to transition onto a new food, make sure to do very gradually. A period of around 2 weeks should be enough for adults, but it could take even longer for pups. You can do this by gradually increasing the portion of your new food to their old food. During this transition its normal to see some changes in stools or flatulence. However, these should subside as they settle on their new, tasty food!
Regular exercise, a stress-free environment and the right diet should all keep your pooch’s digestion running smoothly and save you from cleaning up even messier messes!
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Grey and greasy poop can indicate biliary or pancreatic problem. This can be a sign that you’re feeding your dog too much fat and means that you need to switch up their diet. The of an unhealthy dog poo chart above is a sign of these issues.
What should a dog poop or puppy poop look like? Well, the ideal dog stool is the shape of a log and the consistency of Play-Doh. It should be squishable but hold its form when picked up. Problems + Solutions When it comes to poop consistency, everything from diet type and volume of food can affect your dog’s output. In particular, things like fillers and additives in dry pet food can mean your dog produces smellier waste in greater quantities, while those on a raw diet instead of a kibble diet have small, solid poop. This is all pretty normal. However, there are some warning signs to look out for that may require treatment: formless stools or hard stools, or an increase in volume and amount. A formless stool or runny stool is a classic sign of diarrhoea. 24 hours fasting, plain food and introducing some probiotics can help clear this up. Diarrhoea (alongside excessive scratching and inflamed paws) can also be the sign of a grain allergy in your dog. If this is the case, it can help to switch your dog to a grain-free diet. A hard stool indicates constipation. This can be caused by things like dehydration or a lack of fibre. A walk, access to plenty of fresh water and some exercise can help ease these symptoms. Volume of poop should relate directly to the amount your dog is consuming. If there is a sudden change in the amount – either more or less – it may mean your doggy is digesting their food differently. A change in diet, gut inflammation or an obstruction might be the cause and could require a visit to the vet. 
Coating Ideally, a healthy dog poop shouldn’t have any sort of mucus or coating. However, the occasional instance of mucus is normal as it’s what allows faeces to slide through the colon. Problems + Solutions If you often find your dog’s stools regularly leave residue behind on the grass, then it’s worth checking in with the vet. Mucus is a sign of inflammation linked to gastrointestinal issues. Gut inflammation can be caused by things like parasites, food intolerances or bacterial infections. Treatment for signs of mucus depends on the underlying cause. If it’s down to food intolerances and allergies, dietary changes and probiotics may be all that’s needed. In more serious cases, antibiotics and steroids may be required. Simple things like reducing your pup’s stress levels and making sure their food is contamination-free may help prevent mucus appearing in their stools. You might want to also look at a hypoallergenic dog food option.
However, if youre wondering things like, “What should puppy poop look like?”, then look no further. Because, when it comes to normal, healthy poops there are four main characteristics which you should look out for: colour, content, consistency and coating. It’s important to get to know your pup’s toilet habits – theyre a key indicator of their health. So, why not use our dog and puppy poop chart as a guide to do just that. Just remember to consult your vet if anything changes dramatically in that department or you spot any of the warning signs listed here. Consistency
If your dog’s poop is white, this may be a result of their diet. Ask yourself: are they eating food high in calcium? Have you recently switched them to a raw food diet? A raw food diet includes the calcium-rich bones of animals, which can lead to chalky white poop. Keep an eye out for this as too much calcium can lead to constipation.
Consistency Concerns
A healthy, normal consistency for your pet’s poop should be a formed log, somewhat firm consistency that can be picked up without leaving a trail. If your pet’s stool consistency is loose, runny, liquid, or bloody, have them evaluated by your veterinarian.
Dog Poop Color Chart: What It All Means
Have you ever asked yourself, why is my dog’s poop white? If you’re like most dog owners, your furry canine friend is an important part of the family. As such, you’re always looking out for any indication that your best pal’s health might not be up to snuff.
One of the most important indicators of Fido’s health is not necessarily one of your favorite parts of pet ownership, but your dog’s poop will often give you the scoop on his overall health.
Read on for a healthy dog poop chart and information that will reveal exactly what your dog’s poo is telling you.