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Expertise
I will offer assistance to anyone needing help with general Basset Hound care, health and behavior/training. I do not, however, assist those who have bred their pet. If you are responsibly breeding, you shouldn't have simple questions as your mentor should be providing you all the instruction you need.

Experience
I currently own a 5 year old Basset Hound and his 6 non-basset siblings...(a mutt and 5 Boxers). I have studied dog behavior and training extensively and train my own dogs.

Organizations
Buckeye Boxer Rescue

Education/Credentials
I was a certified obedience instructor and a certified potty-training instructor with Petsmart and studied under a canine behaviorist.

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Basset Hound - Stanley our basset hound

Expert: Nicole - 8/29/2008

Question
I baught my l6 week old male basset 10 days ago we have been feeding him solid puppy food as instructed by kennels. All his motions are rather runny and sometimes with a drop of blood , we are getting worried, he is very playful and full of energy apart from this. Many thanks.Carol

Answer
Hi Carol,

Runny and/or bloody stools (especially in combination) are often indicative of colitis. It's usually caused by a reaction to an ingredient in the food...corn, wheat, soy...normally a filler of some sort. He should def. be on solid puppy food but you may want to try something of a better quality.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Dog Food, Solid Gold, Canidae, Wellness...see what's available in your area and within your budget.

It's also possible that he has worms or other internal parasites so should be seen by a vet to rule out these types of things before you chalk it up to a food intolerance. :)

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