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Originally Posted by Carmeow  I got her new treats recently, now that I think of it. She refuses to do any commands while on the tile floor, only on carpet. She hates skidding across the kitchen floor. She finally decided treats are worth doing tricks in the kitchen, so I praised her extra. That could definitely be contributing to her tummy troubles!
Looks like we're back to little to no treats! Poor girl. I can't believe some dogs eat tons of milkbones and pupperoni and god knows what else. Luma is pretty limited on treats and I shouldn't have pushed her limits. I was just excited the queen decided to grace me with a handshake while not on carpet  |
I had to laugh, my Sapphire is the same way about the floor/carpet! She even ran into the living room while everyone else stayed in the kitchen doing tricks... when I looked up, she sat!
I have to watch treats with mine too. they like plain Cheerios and Gerber's Graduate Puffs (most flavors), or plain cut up chicken that I cook and freeze. With store bought treats, somebody will be tossing their cookies, or having diarrhea. I think most are too rich, and have too many flavorings/preservatives. Mine didn't care for the Cheerios at first, but after the 3-4th day, they loved them. Peek won't eat his dinner without a few sprinkled on top!
A 50/50 mix of chicken and plain white rice (Uncle Ben's) is a bland diet, and would be good for any general tummy upset. (unless she's allergic to grains!) The mucous may be shedding of the intestinal lining, and can sometimes contain tinges of blood, depending on the level of irritation. If blood is present, it's a good idea to seek treatment as antibiotics may be warranted to control infection.
Giardia will also give a mucousy poop, with a very foul odor....