Not Medical Advice: Please keep in mind that you should always consult your vet before making any changes to your dog’s diet or administering medications. There are many options for treating constipation, Dogtime.com has listed just a few to get you started:
1. Pumpkin. Feeding your dog a little bit of pumpkin with his food is a great way to prevent and cure constipation. Pumpkin is high in water content and a great source of fiber.
2. Supplements. They usually contain additives such as acidophilus, folic acid, and vegetable enzymes.
3. Laxatives. If your vet advises it, a mild laxative may do the trick. Of course the amount will depend on the size and weight of your dog.
4. Enema. Your vet will tell you if this is an option he wants to pursue.
5.Milk of Magnesia. A small amount of Milk of Magnesia may be all that he needs but again, check with your vet first!
6. Bran (wheat & oat) Bran works as a preventative (much like pumpkin), when added to your dog’s food regularly. Ask your vet for advice on how much to add.
7. Powdered psyllium seed. Psyllium seed pull water into the stool and help move it along.
8. Mineral oil. It helps lubricating the stool.
9. Aloe Ferox. It has a beneficial effect on digestive functioning and acts as a natural system cleanser and remedy.
10. Increased exercise. Increased exercise will massage internal organs and increase blood flow in the colon.
Constipation can usually be attributed to a lack of fiber in his diet or not drinking enough water during the day. Feeding your dog certain types of people food can also contribute to the problem.
The list below is some of the reasons why your dog may be constipated:
Dog Constipation Causes via kwout
Here are some tips to keep your best friend healthy shared by Pets.webmd.com.