Everybody poops. We all know this — it’s just a natural, stinky part of our everyday lives. If you own a dog, you’re dealing with double the doo-doo. Sometimes the trips outside so your dogs can relieve themselves must seem endless, so it’s natural to wonder how many times a day a dog is supposed to poop.

Here, we discuss what is considered a normal number of poops in a day and when you should be worried. We also look at poop consistency and what is healthy and when you should consider a visit to your veterinarian.

How Often Do Dogs Poop?

It’s normal for dogs to poop one to five times every day. How often a dog poops depends on a few different factors:

Dogs should poop at least once a day, and most dogs will usually average about two to three poops in a day. Let’s go over these deciding poop factors in more detail.

How Often Do Puppies Poop?

The younger the puppy, the more often they poop. They are more likely to go closer to four to six times a day. As puppies age, their digestion slows down, and they gain more control over their bladders and bowels, just like humans. Typically, puppies need to poop about 5 to 30 minutes after they’ve eaten.