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Blastocystis hominis is a microscopic intestinal parasite that can be detected in stool. In dogs, exposure can occur through contaminated water, food, soil, faeces, or environments where faecal contamination is present. Low levels may occur without clear signs of illness. Higher levels can suggest that Blastocystis is present in greater amounts in the intestinal tract, which may be more relevant when the gut lining is irritated or the gut microbiome is imbalanced. Higher levels may be seen alongside altered stool quality, soft stools, diarrhoea, gas, mucus in stool, reduced appetite, or digestive discomfort. If higher levels occur together with ongoing digestive symptoms, veterinary follow up may be needed to assess whether the parasite is contributing to the dog’s symptoms and whether treatment or environmental hygiene measures are appropriate.

