I. What is constipation

Constipation is one of the most common digestive problems in animals, constipation (inability to defecate properly, difficulty in passing stool). This problem does not distinguish between the sex, age, or breed of the dog.

Constipation is a common condition in dogs, and if they are not helped in time, it can lead to other diseases such as megacolon, and if left unresolved for a long time can lead to nerve stretching and damage.

What causes constipation in dogs
The most common cause of constipation in dogs is the ingestion of irritating or indigestible substances.
Foods that are not easily digested, such as bones
Hair that the dog has ingested
Medications that cause constipation (e.g. antihistamines, diuretics, narcotic painkillers, and aluminum thioglycollate)
Too little exercise, lack of exercise
Insufficient fiber in the diet
Arthritis causes painful bowel movements so reduced bowel movements
Dehydration leads to dry stools
Neurological weakness leading to difficult bowel movements
Pelvic injury
Kidney disease
Tumors of the colon or rectum
Another common cause of constipation, especially in middle-aged and older dogs, is not drinking enough water. When a dog is dehydrated, the colon wades through the passing waste and thus causes the stool to harden and not excrete well.

Anyone who has a dog knows that dogs need to defecate at least once a day, sometimes two to three times, but of course, this has something to do with the amount of exercise, so what kind of symptoms will there be when it has not defecated for two days?

Symptoms of constipation in dogs
Frequent squatting without fecal discharge, when the force will be the dog will whimper, sounding more painful.
Clinical signs (symptoms) include decreased appetite, vomiting, small amounts of watery stools or stools containing mucus (normal stools), and weight loss.
When pressure is applied to the dog's abdomen or lower back, the dog's abdomen will be tense, painful, or growling.
The more obvious signs of constipation include.
No bowel movements for several days, and occasionally the feces that are passed are harder like stones.
Liquid feces mixed with blood
Redness and swelling around the anus to see if there are any grass clippings small strings or other poorly digested items.
The most direct observation is that two or more days without defecation is constipation, so seek medical attention immediately after discovery and do not delay.
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Diagnosis of constipation
The veterinarian may feel the presence of hard objects in the dog's colon through the dog's abdomen, and may also feel abnormalities in the dog's abdomen, such as lumps.
An abdominal radiograph (x-ray) is performed to determine the extent of constipation and whether an obstruction is present.
The examination may also include
Rectal examination
Barium enema
Ultrasound or colonoscopy
Complete blood count
Urinalysis
Neurological examination

How to Treat Constipation in Dogs
Most dogs with constipation are relatively easy to treat. The first step is to loosen or remove the hardened stool. Removal can be accomplished by using one or more therapies, including enemas, suppositories, manual removal, and medications. Prescriptions such as sodium dioctyl sulfosuccinate or lactulose are usually prescribed. In cases where stimulant laxatives are needed, medications such as cisapride or tegaserod are recommended. Depending on the specific cause of constipation, a low-fiber or high-fiber diet may be required. Dogs with behavioral or psychological causes of constipation may require training or medication to change behavior, and supplements such as probiotics may also be used once constipation is corrected.

Common treatments for constipation include.
Adding pumpkin, bran, or fiber supplements to increase the dog's fiber intake
Increasing exercise
Dog laxatives or stool softeners
Treatment with enemas
Medications that can strengthen the colon
Mineral oil mixed with food to lubricate the colon
Hydration
Constipation is a problem that is rarely operated on unless there is megacolon disease, so ask for clarification when you see your doctor.

Prevention
Exercise with your dog during the day
Do not feed bones and drink plenty of water
Maintain a balanced diet
Don't give him toys that lose hair
Pay attention to dog hygiene and living environment
Reduce the stimulation of food
Conclusion: Constipation is not terrible, what is terrible is that the owner does not take it seriously, if it continues to develop will lead to other diseases such as megacolon. You must seek medical attention at the best possible time to eliminate the condition.

II. Constipation

I'm sure many of you have experienced it, and it's a tormenting feeling that is hard to talk about. It's not just people, but when a dog is constipated, it's no less uncomfortable than people. They can not speak, even if they are experiencing pain, but also in the "dumb, can not say" state, this time will need the owner's help.
However, the impression of many people, may have such a perception, constipation, drink more water on the line, so may also be fed to dogs to drink more water I want to say is that drinking water can certainly relieve, but know the causes of constipation is the most critical, the following to everyone about the causes of dog constipation and several preventions, treatment solutions.

The 3 main causes of dog constipation

The intestines are blocked by foreign bodies
Dogs licking hair is not as frequent as cats, but they will also eat a lot of dead hair into the stomach, if the owner does not pay attention to it, then, in the long run, they will accumulate hair in the abdomen, will cause some blockage of the intestines. Many dogs will swallow some stones and dirt on the roadside when walking, which will also block the intestinal tract, so owners are required to take their dogs for a walk, they must be careful not to let them eat anything.

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Depressed mood
When people are in a bad state, they are not in the mood to do anything, and so are dogs. If dogs are left out by their owners for a long time or are not able to adapt to their surroundings, they will feel depressed and depressing, which will also have a certain impact on their bowel movements, so owners must usually take care of their dogs' mood.

Lack of exercise and water
If the dog's exercise is too little, the lack of bowel movement will also affect the bowel movement. Usually, their diet, too much or too little fiber intake is also the cause of constipation. Dogs that do not drink enough water will have hard stools and the lining of the intestines will appear dry, which can lead to constipation.

I believe that the owner will have a lot of feelings about the reasons for dog constipation, which is also the responsibility of the owner, after all, the dog is like a small child, and need to be taken care of by the owner.

The fact is that you will be able to find out more about the actual reason for your dog's constipation, and you don't have to panic too much.

Three, ways to solve dog constipation

Be careful with your diet
Many owners feed their dogs some human food, which can affect their bodies if they eat it for a long time, and it is recommended not to feed them too much. In addition, the owner needs to develop the habit of drinking water, only if you take in enough water, the feces will not be too hard and difficult to expel. If the dog does not like to drink water, you can also feed them some canned food to replenish water.

Balanced nutrition
If a dog eats too much meat or animal offal, there will be more constipation. Owners should pay attention to the meat and vegetables in the usual feeding, and nutrition balance. In their food can add some vegetables, such as pumpkin, and groundnut, which can increase the fiber in the food, so that the stool becomes softer, and thus easier to discharge.
Dogs should go to the toilet regularly
If the dog's toilet state has been in an irregular state, it will also cause constipation. This requires the owner to take them out for a walk at regular intervals every day and not to let the dog hold it for too long, as regular bowel habits are important.

Feeding probiotics
If the dog's gastrointestinal function is poor, the owner can feed them some probiotics to improve, you can also feed some dog-specific health products to improve their intestinal tract, which can play a certain role in promoting their intestinal peristalsis.

Overall, the health of the dog is very dependent on the care of the owner, and the owner is closely related. If your pet gets sick due to poor care, it's not a good idea. When a dog gets sick, not only does the dog suffer, but the owner also feels bad. Owners in the usual feeding of dogs must be balanced nutrition, and do not let the diet structure is too single.