THIS POST DIDN'T START OUT HERE. But since ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) is working for Arrows (and others)... the thread has been moved here. First of all, he has NEVER been a barfer.. no food or hairballs. Never ever. Last week, he brought up dark brown (definitely not black) liquid, about 2 or 3 times... different days. My first thought was... food and/or protein change...but it isn't food regurgitated consistency. It is smooth, not lumpy.
There are a few very small very dark specks in it also. Could be an ingredient from one of the foods... or maybe it is blood. It does look like coffee grounds, but there is only maybe 6 "grounds," if that matters.
He is maintaining his regular weight, but we recently started giving him a little extra, because he looks thinner... and he loves his food... and stays active enough, that we assume he won't chub out.
He isn't doing it right before, or after, meals.
Another vet gave him a convenia shot in December.
From what I have read online... I think any issues, would have showed up, before now.
He goes to the vet on Friday. Full general physical is automatic. I will ask that a senior blood panel be done. I think I have to ask for a urinalysis also.... vet doesn't just automatically do one. That should be done, right?
Any tips or suggestions?
More info, in case it helps. He has been with us for 4 years. 4 years ago, the vet (not my regular one) said he was 6 years old... so, he will be 10 in August.
He was fed kibble, for his first 6 years.
One more thing, that made me rule out a food problem... Jenkins (cat) and Lacy (dog) are barf eaters. I know... gross. Neither of them will go NEAR this stuff!