Should a dog's poop be wet or dry?

A healthy dog poo should not be too wet or too dry – somewhere in the middle of those two would be ideal.

Should dog poop be soft or firm?

Again, you don’t want the poo to be too soft or too firm so somewhere in the middle would be ideal.

When should I be concerned about dog poop?

When anything with the poo changes then you should take notice. This includes the consistency, colour, smell, number of times they pass faeces.

How should I dispose of dog poo?

You should always lift your dogs poo with a poo bag and dispose of this responsibly

Is dog poo bad for your garden?

Dog poo isn’t bad for the garden but it can spread pathogens and parasites so it’s always safer to lift it and dispose of it safely.

Why is my dog’s poo suddenly soft?

There could be several reasons for this including; an upset tummy, they may have eaten something that didn’t agree with them or they could have a parasite infestation.

How can I firm up my dog’s poo?

Putting them on a species appropriate diet such as raw food may help firm up your dogs poo. You can increase their fibre intake by adding in beneficial nutrients such as pumpkin or psyllium husk.

Is it normal to see mucus in my dog’s poo?

No, this isn’t normal but it might not be anything to be concerned about. Monitor your dog and if they have any other symptoms or it doesn’t clear up in a day or two then get in contact with your vet.

What does raw-fed dog poo look like?

This poo is usually a lot smaller in size, firmer in consistency and less smelly than kibble and canned fed dogs have.

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