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Originally Posted by jathompson  He does not take preventatives. Heart worms can be found in fecal tests? I thought every worm could be detected in fecal tests except heart worms. I will have to go to the clinic to get that done on Monday just to make sure.
A strain is a good assumption didn't think about that. I hope it's just a strain! Is it possible for the cardboard to be stuck in his intestines ? |
That is correct. A fecal would check for other parasites but a heart worm test is done with a blood test. I asked if he was on heartgard or something similar because these preventatives also prevent some or most intestinal parasites. Since he is not, then I would go ahead and get a fecal exam done if this continues.
As for firm poop vs. soft poop and blood, a strain is a strain. My older dog had diarrhea earlier this week and at the tail end of it had a bloody stool. If this continues or he has any other symptoms then don't wait and get him to a vet. Better safe than sorry.