Why is my puppy peeing and pooping so frequently? Is it normal?

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Buzoo is adorable! Puppies do defecated a little more frequently than adult dogs, typically up to 4-5 times in a day. Sometimes puppies will defecate more frequently if they are excited. I recommend keeping a close eye on Buzoo's bowel movements - he should be seen by a vet if you notice that the stool is loose, has mucus or blood in it, or begins vomiting. I hope this helps and wish you luck with your new puppy!

I would not worry too much about having so many bowel movements, this is quite normal for a puppy. Drinking a lot may also be normal depending on his food. Measure the amount of water he drinks. If he drinks more than 100cc /24 hrs, it might be a good idea to take him to the vet for a wellness exam.

Some puppies poop more often than others, but I agree that 6-7 times a day seems a bit excessive. The most common cause of issues like this in a puppy this age would be intestinal parasites - so I would recommend taking a fecal sample to your vet for analysis if this hasn't been done already. He/she can look at it under the microscope for evidence of worms like roundworms or hookworms, or other microscopic parasites like coccidia or giardia. If a problem is found, they can prescribe appropriate medication to treat it.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Noelle. She is defecating more than is normal. Most dogs will only have two to three bowel movements per day. I recommend that she sees a veterinarian. She needs a new puppy exam, fecal testing, deworming and to discuss her diet. If she is healthy, her vaccines can be started as well. Some puppies will have soft stool due to the stress of coming to a new home. It is important to have her evaluated though as parasites are also common in puppies. Some can be spread to humans. I hope this information helps!

She may have a urinary infection or a puppy vaginitis. I recommend having a urinalysis done and an exam to see if there is a medical problem. Puppies do urinate frequently but if this is abnormal for her then please get treatment so it doesn’t worsen. Usually a course of oral antibiotics will be prescribed. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Mabel.

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Champ's increased defecation, especially if watery or with blood or mucus can be a sign of intestinal parasites, infection, or even a foreign body. It is also concerning that he is more vocal and not acting like himself. I recommend having him seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible to determine what is going on - you can bring a stool sample with you in a disposable container so that your vet can check for intestinal parasites. I hope this helps and that all is well with Champ!

These signs could be compatible with a colitis, which is an inflammation of the last part of the colon, usually related to dietary indiscretion. As a first approach, I would suggest to start feeding with a bland diet based on boiled chicken and rice in small portion every 6 hours for the following 48hours. Then gradually reintroduce the normal diet over 5 days. I would definitively recommend a veterinary check up if the signs persist or you notice vomiting, lethargy or inappetence. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!