Causes and Treatment of Constipation in Dogs

Causes of constipation in dogs:

1. Too dry dog ​​food: Too dry dog ​​food and lack of moisture can easily cause constipation in dogs.

2. Unbalanced nutrition: Unbalanced nutrition and eating too messy and lacking in cellulose can also cause constipation in dogs.

3. Sudden change of environment: Dogs are very sensitive animals to the environment, so if they are suddenly changed to a new environment, it will cause anxiety and affect eating and defecation.

4. Obesity: Obesity can also cause constipation in dogs, so you should pay attention to the amount of exercise your dog has.

5. Insufficient exercise in dogs leads to weakened digestive function, and food accumulates in the intestinal tract for a long time, which will cause constipation in dogs.

6. If a dog is sick, it will also cause constipation. For example, abdominal tumors, abdominal muscle injuries, pelvic diseases, prostatic hyperplasia, rectal stenosis, anal diseases, anal sac glanditis, and anal injuries can all cause constipation in dogs.

7. Some dogs are also constipated due to hair problems, especially those breeds that are prone to hair loss or long hair, such as Pomeranians. The reason is that dogs may eat their own hair and cause constipation.

8. Dogs do not drink enough water, because dog feces contain a lot of water. If the dog does not drink enough water daily, it will also cause the feces to be too dry, which will make it difficult to excrete these dry and hard feces. This leads to the problem of constipation.

9. If the dog accidentally eats foreign objects, such as bones, paper, popcorn, hair, etc., it is likely to cause intestinal obstruction and constipation.

Prevention and treatment of dog constipation:

1. Pay attention to a balanced diet and nutrition

Usually, you can give your dog more fruits and vegetables rich in plant fiber to increase the content of crude fiber and promote intestinal peristalsis. Let the dog eat less meat and animal offal, and do not feed a certain brand of dog food without changing for a long time.

2. Give your dog plenty of water

Drinking water can not only replenish the water needed by the body, but also speed up the dog's metabolism, promote intestinal peristalsis, and help the dog defecate. Therefore, the owner usually urges the dog to drink more water to ensure its health.

3. Walk the dog more and keep the dog getting enough exercise

Let the dog exercise more to improve physical fitness, improve digestion, and help and stimulate the dog to defecate. Therefore, the owner can take the dog out more, so that the dog can exercise and train more.

4. Strictly control the amount and time of eating in the diet

By controlling the daily food intake and time of the dog, reduce the number of times the dog is fed snacks, and help the dog prevent and relieve constipation. At the same time, it can also effectively control the dog's weight, prevent the dog from being too obese, and help the dog's health.

5. Set time and go to the toilet regularly

If the dog goes to the bathroom irregularly, it can also cause constipation. At this time, the owner needs to take the dog out for a walk at a fixed time every day, and don’t let the dog hold it for too long. Regular defecation habits can also prevent the dog from becoming constipated.

6. Feed your dog some probiotics

Constipation is mostly caused by indigestion. If the dog’s gastrointestinal function is relatively poor, it is recommended that the owner can feed the dog some probiotics, which can enhance digestion and absorption, protect the stomach, and improve intestinal immunity.

7. In severe cases, use Kaiserol

Apply Kaisailu to the dog from the anus to promote the excretion of stool. Kayserol is miraculous and effective in lubricating and stimulating the bowel. In addition, Kaisailu is an external medicine, so you don’t have to worry about it causing harm to your dog.