Wonder Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 My co-workers tzu is constipated. I did a search here and found some ideas but not sure how much to tell her to give. She's about 10lbs and hasn't had a normal poop for 2 days. Which should she try first: pumpkin, epsome salt, oatmeal or applesauce? How much pumkpin? How much epsome salt? How much oatmeal? How much applesauce? Which of the above would work right away? Thanks Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BiancasMom Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 When you say it hasn't had a "normal" stool in two days, do you mean no stool at all? Or diarrhea? Is the dog eating? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted April 20, 2011 Author Share Posted April 20, 2011 When you say it hasn't had a "normal" stool in two days, do you mean no stool at all? Or diarrhea? Is the dog eating? She has not eaten today, ate last night She's only pooping a tiny bit. She's straining to go She's going to give her some pumpkin tonight and a little epsome salt to see if that gets things moving Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 From the Vetinfo site: <H2>Recognizing Canine ConstipationConstipated dogs strain excessively when passing bowel movements; their stools may be small and hard, or even nonexistent. They may attempt to defecate frequently without actually accomplishing anything; they may bark or yelp with pain during the act. Physical symptoms can include abdominal bloating and loss of appetite. Causes of Canine Constipation The most common causes of canine constipation are a lack of fiber in your dog's diet, or dehydration. Insufficient exercise can also be a contributer. Home Remedies for Canine Constipation Of course, the best cure for any illness is prevention; make sure your dog's diet has adequate fiber and that he has plenty of water to drink. Adequate exercise is also key to your dog's regularity. When, despite your best efforts, your dog suffers the inevitable bout of constipation anyway, there are several home remedies you can try. Canned Pumpkin - Many owners rely on a dose of canned pumpkin to help clear up canine constipation. Feed your dog a tablespoon or two for a few days until he's regular again. The best part of this remedy is, many dogs enjoy the taste. Wheat Bran - Wheat bran, or a high fiber breakfast cereal such as Grape Nuts, can help relieve your dog's symptoms of canine constipation. Feed two or three spoonfuls a day, mixed with your dog's food, until symptoms improve. Make sure you don't feed your dog any cereal that contains chocolate or walnuts, as these foods are dangerous to dogs. Metamucil - Metamucil can improve canine constipation as well. Give 1/2 a teaspoon twice a day to small breeds; 2 teaspoons twice a day will relieve constipation symptoms in larger breeds. You can mix the Metamucil with canned food or broth to make it taste better. Be sure to give plenty of water along with the Metamucil, so it doesn't congeal in your dog's stomach. Mineral Oil - You can add mineral oil to your dog's food to relieve the symptoms of canine constipation. Use about one tablespoon per 25 lbs of weight. Read more: Canine Constipation: Simple Home Cures </H2> Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sheila Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Once Kiowa ate two large smoked bones in an afternoon and was very 'backed up'. My vet had me give him mineral oil and it worked in a matter of an hr or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'd take the dog to the vet, not just randomly dose it assuming it's just constipated. She could have a blockage or some other problem. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Add benefiber to the meals. I do this for Rocky, our 'Tzu. Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted April 21, 2011 Author Share Posted April 21, 2011 She pooped Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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