July 11, 2008

Needing a remedy for constipation for my teacup yorkie puppy?


Exercise can help, um, keep things moving in that department. A good long walk may help. If not, you can try…

- canned pumpkin is great for keeping pets regular … simply add a tablespoon to your dog's food each day for several days … and the bonus is that most dogs like the taste! (make sure it's canned pumpkin and NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- Milk … yes I know, dogs do not possess the enzyme needed to digest dairy. It will cause diarrhea … but in a constipated dog, that's just what you need to get things flowing again … give the pup about 1/4 cup of milk twice a day until she starts on a regular schedule again … after that, slowly wean her off the milk again.
- Hydration … make sure your dog is well-hydrated since that is necessary in proper digestion.
- Metamucil … add about 1/2 teaspoon twice a day to meals (mix it up with some water or broth, then add it to the dry food), but make sure your pup has lots of water so the Metamucil doesn't congeal in her tummy.

Good luck!

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February 28, 2007

Sandy @ 11:30 am

1. Feed your dog a natural diet that includes fresh vegetables with sufficient amounts of bulk. Raw meat is also considered a natural laxative for dogs.

2. If your dog’s stool looks dry, add ½ to 1 teaspoon of bran (depending on his weight) to each serving of meal. Adding bran helps the stools hold extra moisture. You may also apply a similar treatment using ¼ to 2 teaspoons of powdered psyllium seed. This is available online and in most health food stores.

3. Mineral oil is a good, temporary measure in cases where there is a large build-up of hard stools. Depending on the size of your dog, add ½ to 2 teaspoons to his meals twice a day, for no longer than a week. Continued use of this method is not ideal because the oil will draw reserves of vitamin A from the dog’s body. In addition, continued use of this process may create a dependency on its use for normal elimination.

4. Make sure that the dog is getting plenty of opportunity to go outside to relieve himself.

5. Exercise is also very important. Exercise is vital for massaging his internal organs and increasing the blood flow all through his body, which also stimulates a slow metabolism. Running, long walks, or playing fetch are great forms of exercise that both you and your dog can benefit from.
References :
http://www.caringforcanines.com/article-treating-canine-constipation.shtml

Eddie S @ 11:35 am

Exercise can help, um, keep things moving in that department. A good long walk may help. If not, you can try…

- canned pumpkin is great for keeping pets regular … simply add a tablespoon to your dog's food each day for several days … and the bonus is that most dogs like the taste! (make sure it's canned pumpkin and NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- Milk … yes I know, dogs do not possess the enzyme needed to digest dairy. It will cause diarrhea … but in a constipated dog, that's just what you need to get things flowing again … give the pup about 1/4 cup of milk twice a day until she starts on a regular schedule again … after that, slowly wean her off the milk again.
- Hydration … make sure your dog is well-hydrated since that is necessary in proper digestion.
- Metamucil … add about 1/2 teaspoon twice a day to meals (mix it up with some water or broth, then add it to the dry food), but make sure your pup has lots of water so the Metamucil doesn't congeal in her tummy.

Good luck!
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Lynn H @ 11:35 am

My vet told be to give my dog canned pumpkin with her food and it did the job. : )
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blue_vue @ 11:45 am

the remedy is your vet. is your dogs anal glans full?
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ladyice @ 12:07 pm

Try some milk, it always works! That will unblock him :)
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Jessica @ 12:15 pm

Be prepaierd because this is probably going to require you to go to the vet, and I am sure this trip won't be you last…

Because of their size they don’t have the reserve that a larger dog has. What this means to the owner is that if the dog does get sick at all it is critical that it is taken to the vet as soon as possible. As an example lets say two Yorkshire terriers, one being 7 lb. and the other 2 lb., gets an infection and the owners wait 3 days before taking the dogs to the vet. The 2 lb. dog has a greater chance of not making it than the 7 lb. dog.

Smaller Yorkshire terriers are more susceptible to hypoglycemic (low blood sugar) shock. Some toy breeds suffer from hypoglycemia as a metabolic disorder and Yorkshire terriers fall into this group. The smaller the dog the less of a reserve they have and the more likely of having a problem with hypoglycemia. Making sure that a teacup takes naps and eats regularly can greatly reduce the risk.

Often a teacup Yorkshire terrier needs to have his baby teeth removed by a professional. There isn't enough room in such a small mouth for the teeth to normally fall out and the new adult to grow in.

Teacup Yorkshire terriers are more likely to be stepped on sat on or is injured by children playing with them. Owwwww…..

They also have a lot of health issues as well…their bones are fragile, their internal organs are often very weak (which could be why you have having probs.with digestion) the have problems regulating their blood sugar levels which may cause seizures and even death. Often they only live a few months or even a few years. Then their owners wake up one morning to discover that their beloved yorkie has died of sudden heart or organ failure! So sad… its just not fair to those little dogs….as for now if you want to try something at home to relieve the dog, its safe to give Pepto Bismol to dogs according to weight. 0.5-1 ml/pound every 6-8 hours by mouth. Good Luck.
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http://members.aol.com/CYorkie/Teacup.html

yummimum @ 12:28 pm

try mineral oil. It slicks the system and works well. Ask your vet to be sure it is safe for such a small breed. Feed more fiber!
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