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OT: My Pup Can't Poop...

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Only my FMily would understand and feel sorry for my dear old dog JC. For the last few months I haven't been taken him out as much because I was in a terrible flare but my faithful dog stayed by my sided every step ( sleep is more like it) of the way lol. At the same time our money problems came to a head and we really had to cut down so the dogs did as well. That meant no canned food for them in the last month.

In the last few days I have noticed JC walking around out back with his butt down trying to go but nothing is coming out. Today he finally walked up to me and nuzzled my hand, walk out to the yard looking at me the whole time, bent over and looking at me said I need help please!!!! I swear I could hear that dog speaking to me and I am feeling a lot better lol.

So because money is so tight right now I was hoping that the people that suffer the most with this and understand it so well would have some kind of idea to help my poor dog out. He needs his FMily and knoes your dogs would want you to help him....any ideas???

Thank,
bark bark JC
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Oh geez.........my dog had the same problem years ago and I'm trying to find the name of the stuff my vet recommended. It's over the counter "people medicine". It's a tan colored liquid. I can "see" the bottle in my minds eye.........LOL. I just can't remember what it's called. I'm googling it and as soon as I find it, I'll let you know.

Kisses for your poor baby,

Bobbi
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Enema
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I know that money is tight but this could be very serious. He could have an obstruction and it is fatal if not treated. I wish you and JC well.
imKarenM
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If you have a can of plain pumpkin (not Pumpkin Pie Filling), you can add a spoonful to his dry food (mine eats it just fine). I also add a little tap water to the dry food at a time like this.

The pumpkin is a rich in fiber. The water, of course, provides moisture. I guess if the dog turns his nose up at the food mixed with water, or if you need an easy way to encourage fluids, you could use chicken of r beef bouillion (either cubes or granules)

BTW, it could still take a couple of days to work. I've used the pumpkin, water and a little yogurt before. It worked well, it just took time.

I've read about giving a small amount of mineral oil. I think I'd be more inclined to give olive oil, if I had some in the cupboard.
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I can't find the name of that medicine!!!!! I've looked all through walgreens.com and cvs.com. I'll keep looking. It's probably been 8 or 10 years ago when I had to use it on my dog, so maybe they don't make it anymore :(

But I did read where it is safe to give them a childes fleet enema. Kind of messy though and your dog might not much appreciate it at first :)

I have 4 dogs and can't stand the thought of them in pain or uncomfortable.

Please keep us informed.

Bobbi
PeaceN2You
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I'm with imstlme - this could be very serious and though money is tight, I'd at least call the vet and ask what to do. The vet may be able to give you some indication of what to watch for to sort out potentially life-threatening conditions from simple constipation.

I've been worried about vet bills and what would happen to our fur babies if something serious happened, and I've decided to get health insurance for my dogs. It's about $20 a month but I'd never get over it if something happened to one of my babies and I couldn't treat it because I couldn't afford it.
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I have had a million animals on farms . The vet would give it an ENEMA! If you have a human bag or douche bag it will work.
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My dog did this one time and my vet had me give him metamucil. just mix a little in his water. But first, contact your vet for proper dosage and to see if there maybe another problem going on.
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Ask the waunderingvet he might have an idea that will help. He posts logs on here all the time. I hope you little pup gets feeling more himself and soon!!
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Thank you all so much for your replies. I was making light of it a bit because I have been going though this exact same thing just the other way around and everyone thinks JC and I are connected at the hip so in my mind it was kind of funny both of us having the same thing.

But...I would sell my home for this dog without even thinking twice and that's no bull..I love this dog more than anyone besides my child and husband period. We are so close and have been through so much I can't even begin to tell you but he is my soulmate as far as animals are concerned.

I am going to give him a little bit of ice cream with some mineral oil or olive oil in it. Is 1 tablespoon enough?

Thanks again and thanks for watching out for my Majestic Man...Jc
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Hey our furry babies are just as impotant as our kids. I know how you feel!!! I have three daughters but I have five furry sons!! TEE HEE!!!!!
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I forgot to add that he pooped yesterday but it was very little and really hard, there was NO blood at all. He will not leave my eye site until he goes again then I'll send you the report lol...

You are all so awesome...Thanks,
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Our beloved little Keeshound kept having trouble with bowel movements. When I took him to the vet he said he had developed a sag or sack in his colon. The way it slung so far down made it impossible for him to pass anything. The point I am making is that it can be very serious. I would call the vet's office and see if they can recommend a home remedy. If that fails, he will need to be looked at. Poor thing must be miserable.

I sympathize with you. I have been reading your posts and I know you have had so many extra expenses. When it rains, it pours. Hope and pray this will be an easy fix and no more rain for you! Hugs, Sue
CarrieinSK
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My mom's puppy gets blocked anal glands and she has to get them squeezed. Her vet recommended the plain pumpkin as well. The vet recommended the ice cream for motion sickness. I hope he gets better soon. If he doesn't, I think I'd take him to the vet.
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I used to be a vets asstance for about a year. We used to use a little bit of ebson salt walter sweetent with honey so they would drink it. Only about a teaspoon to a teaspoon and a half of the epsonsalt. And it would work in about 4 to 6 hours. But you have to make sure they are outside when it starts to happen. Because it happens fast. It does work and irt works really quickly. And it really clean them out!!
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