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White dog poop was common in the 90s due to high calcium content in dog food, often from bone meal, which left mineral deposits in the stool. Changes in pet food formulations, reducing calcium-rich ingredients, have made white dog poop less common today. Excess calcium can be toxic, so pet owners should monitor their dogs' health and consult vets if unusual stool occurs.
Researchers in Riverside County have identified a parasite in the Colorado River in Blythe as the cause of a potentially fatal illness in dogs, warning pet owners to be cautious when letting their pets near the water. The illness, linked to tiny snails in the river, can cause symptoms such as lethargy, fever, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and weight loss in dogs. Pet owners are advised to get their dogs tested if they show these symptoms after being near the water, and to be aware that raccoons may also pose a threat as they eat the snails carrying the parasite.