FAQ

Foods rich in blood or organ meat, dark-colored kibble, and treats containing activated charcoal or black food coloring can cause black poop in dogs.

Treatment for black stool in dogs depends on the cause and may involve medications, dietary changes, parasite control, fluids, or surgery. Always consult a veterinarian promptly.

Yes, if your dog’s poop is black and tarry, it could indicate internal bleeding and requires immediate veterinary attention.

Black, tarry stool in dogs—called melena—often signals digested blood from internal bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract, but diet or medications can also cause dark stools. If your dog has black, sticky, or foul-smelling stool, especially with other symptoms, consult your veterinarian promptly.

Symptoms of grape toxicity in dogs typically begin within a few hours but may be delayed up to 24–72 hours after ingestion.

Signs of grape toxicity in dogs usually appear within a few hours but may be delayed up to 24–72 hours after ingestion.

Symptoms of grape toxicity in dogs typically appear within a few hours but may be delayed up to 24–72 hours after ingestion.

Grapes are more dangerous for dogs than chocolate due to their unpredictable and potentially fatal toxicity, even in small amounts.

Yes, grapes, raisins, sultanas, and currants are highly toxic to dogs and can cause sudden kidney failure, even in small amounts.

There is no safe number of grapes a 50lb dog can eat; even one grape can be toxic and potentially lethal.