causes for blood in stool of dog or cat
Causes of blood in cat stool. Constipation is very common among animals as well, especially if you have recently introduced a new brand of cat food to your pet. It takes a while for the digestive system to process the new food that is why stools will usually come out hard and dry.
Black, tarry stool is called melena and can be a sign of serious problems in the gastrointenstinal tract. Dogs should be brought to the veterinarian immediately is melena is seen. Repeated signs of hematochezia or a large amount of fresh blood in the stool should also be addressed by a vet.