What can you give Your Dog for Constipation? If you feel that your dog is straining to defecate, you might be thinking it’s constipation. However, the truth is that your dog might be having diarrhea. Most of the dogs will strain a lot due to intestinal cramping during diarrhea.
How To Find Out Your Dog Is Constipated? If your dog is constipated you may observe that despite eating a normal amount of food, your dog is defecating less than usual. The consistency of the stool is dry and hard. If constipation goes on a long time, your pooch may lose its appetite and might vomit due to the back up in his colon.
Causes of Constipation in Dogs Your dog can get constipated due to many reasons including: • • • • • • •
Medications Dietary indiscretion such as eating garbage, plastic, and bones, etc. Tumors in the GI tract Orthopedic pain Matted fecal material in fur blocking the anal opening A metabolic disease that causes dehydration or electrolyte problems Behavioral issues (anxiety)