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Colon
 

The large intestine, named for its large diameter, is shorter in length: about 10-20% of the length of the small intestine. Functions of the large intestine include:
 
Water and electrolyte absorption

Fecal storage

Fermentation of ingested food fibers by beneficial bacteria

Inflammation of the large intestine, termed colitis, causes: straining to defecate and soft stool that may contain fresh blood and/or mucus. Dogs with colitis alone do not act sick beyond the soft stool. The most common causes of colitis in dogs include dietary indiscretion/intolerance and parasites.
  

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33053 Lighthouse Road

Selbyville, DE 19975

Phone: (302) 524-8550

Fax: (302) 524-8554

Email:  info@coastalveterinary.com


Hours of Operation

Updated hours due to COVID-19

Monday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

Friday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday - Closed

Sunday - Closed


After Hours Emergency


Pet’s ER in Salisbury, MD

Phone: (410) 543-8400

Address: 402 Punkin Ct, Salisbury, MD 21804
 
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Phone: (302) 697-0850

Address: 1482 E Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE 19901



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