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My 3-month puppy with coccidia hasn't pooped. Is this normal?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 11 lbs

My 3 month old puppy was just diagnosed with coccidia and i am giving her the oral medicine as prescribed and giving her several small meals rather than just a couple bigger ones as i was told. But she has not yet pooped today. Im just worries there is another problem perhaps. I know she must be active for digestiok to take course so i havw taken her on 2 walks but still nothing. She is peeing like usual and still playful. Are there any tricks to get her to go? Worried she will go in her crate

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Lauren Jones VMD

Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on August 25th, 2017

I understand that it can be concerning when our four-legged friends' bowel habits change, but it is not concerning for a 3 month old puppy to go a day without pooping. If Marilyn had diarrhea prior to being diagnosed with coccidia, it would not be uncommon to go several days without a bowel movement. I can understand the concern that she may go in her crate, but if her crate is sized correctly (large enough to comfortably stand, turn around, and lay down, but without extra room), it is unlikely that she would go in there. Since she seems comfortable, playful, and is eating normally, there is likely no reason for concern. However, if she seems to be straining to poop unproductively, whining, stops eating, or becomes lethargic, Marilyn should go back to her vet for further evaluation. At this point, just keep taking her outside frequently, but don't stress if she doesn't go today! There isn't anything that will effectively make her go at home aside from frequent trips outside. I hope this helps and that all goes well!
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