Use a semicolon to join 2 independent clauses when the second clause begins with a conjunctive adverb (however, therefore, moreover, furthermore, thus, meanwhile, nonetheless, otherwise) or a transition (in fact, for example, that is, for instance, in addition, in other words, on the other hand, even so).
If you suffer from unexplained abdominal bloating, diarrhea, weakness or weight loss, your doctor should suspect intestinal worms (or other intestinal parasites) as a possible cause. Diagnosis is confirmed by stool test for ova and parasites (O&P test). Hemoccult can reveal blood in the stool.
Any of these may cause bloody mucus in the stool, but the two most likely to cause it are hookworm and whipworm. While many types of worms are apparent in your dog's stool or vomit, hookworms cannot be seen without a microscope and may instead cause bloody stool, anemia, weight loss, lethargy and diarrhea.