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sammy08 · 08-21-2008, 05:32 PM

hello,

I have an 4 1/2 month yorkie, he has been having mushy poo, not diarrhea he also has dry skin so I have been adding oils to his food. his poo was mushy, bot not it is really mushy, is their something I can maybe add to harden it? right not I am feeding him wellness... i heard this food is supposed to be good.

thanks, cindy

ps i did change his food., he also passed stinky gas

Sloan · 08-21-2008, 05:43 PM

Omg, I am so glad that you asked this question. I have a 5 1/2 month old yorkie with the same problem. I have had him for about 6 weeks or so now and I too, switched his food to Innova gradually like I'm supposed to and he still doesn't have firm poops. What's the deal? I will be anxious to hear what others can advise.

Yorkieluv · 08-21-2008, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by sammy08

hello,

I have an 4 1/2 month yorkie, he has been having mushy poo, not diarrhea he also has dry skin so I have been adding oils to his food. his poo was mushy, bot not it is really mushy, is their something I can maybe add to harden it? right not I am feeding him wellness... i heard this food is supposed to be good.

thanks, cindy

ps i did change his food., he also passed stinky gas

Are you talking about fish oil or flaxseed oil or something like that? Those should be added gradually to avoid tummy problems.
When switching foods, make the transition very gradual to avoid an upset tummy as well.
Those two things in combination could be causing the soft stools.

sammy08 · 08-21-2008, 06:58 PM

yes, how much do you recomend? i was giving 1/2 tea spoon... do you thing thats too much?

Yorkieluv · 08-21-2008, 07:08 PM

Are you using capsules? If so, just start with a couple of drops, and keep an eye on your baby's stools. If he does well, increase very gradually over time up to whatever dose you're trying to reach.

Nancy1999 · 08-21-2008, 07:21 PM

What kind of shampoos and conditioners are you using? Dogs skin and hair has a different Ph than humans and the wrong shampoo could dry skin out. Joey's breeder recommended to always use a good conditioner because it conditions the skin as well as the hair. Make sure you rince throughly after shampooing, soap residue can dry out the sky.

HillbillyBelle · 08-21-2008, 07:23 PM

I would advise you to stop the oil and gradually re-start it a few drops at a time but only after you have taken your munchkin to the vet to rule out any tummy or skin problems. Something that can be used on the skin might be better at this young age, but, again, ask your vet. With these sensitive tummies they can make us nuts trying to hit a happy medium.
Your baby is probally fine, though....

Ladymom · 08-21-2008, 07:50 PM

We have a similar discussion going on another forum about Wellness and soft, mucousy stools. Several people have had that problem, myself included. Lady also had blood in her stool. It cleared right up when I switched her food.

Have you just started Wellness? If so, I'd suspect that is the culprit.

08-21-2008, 05:32 PM	#1
sammy08 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: ny Posts: 28	yorkie, mushy poop - please help hello, I have an 4 1/2 month yorkie, he has been having mushy poo, not diarrhea he also has dry skin so I have been adding oils to his food. his poo was mushy, bot not it is really mushy, is their something I can maybe add to harden it? right not I am feeding him wellness... i heard this food is supposed to be good. thanks, cindy ps i did change his food., he also passed stinky gas

08-21-2008, 05:43 PM	#2
Sloan Luv Love LOVE My Boys! Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Posts: 2,187	Omg, I am so glad that you asked this question. I have a 5 1/2 month old yorkie with the same problem. I have had him for about 6 weeks or so now and I too, switched his food to Innova gradually like I'm supposed to and he still doesn't have firm poops. What's the deal? I will be anxious to hear what others can advise. __________________ Derby , Jockey & Baci's Mom

08-21-2008, 07:08 PM	#5
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA Posts: 7,073	Are you using capsules? If so, just start with a couple of drops, and keep an eye on your baby's stools. If he does well, increase very gradually over time up to whatever dose you're trying to reach. __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

08-21-2008, 07:21 PM	#6
Nancy1999 Joey's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 5,091 Blog Entries: 1	What kind of shampoos and conditioners are you using? Dogs skin and hair has a different Ph than humans and the wrong shampoo could dry skin out. Joey's breeder recommended to always use a good conditioner because it conditions the skin as well as the hair. Make sure you rince throughly after shampooing, soap residue can dry out the sky. __________________ NancyJoey . Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB .and YAP - Join YAP Here! Please Sign this Petition – Help Stop Puppymill Abuse! . YorkieTalk Thread On Petition

08-21-2008, 07:50 PM	#8
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,952	We have a similar discussion going on another forum about Wellness and soft, mucousy stools. Several people have had that problem, myself included. Lady also had blood in her stool. It cleared right up when I switched her food. Have you just started Wellness? If so, I'd suspect that is the culprit. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ High Quality Handmade Bows for the Pampered Pooch

08-21-2008, 06:58 PM	#4
sammy08 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: ny Posts: 28	yes, how much do you recomend? i was giving 1/2 tea spoon... do you thing thats too much?

08-21-2008, 07:23 PM	#7
HillbillyBelle Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MD Posts: 110	I would advise you to stop the oil and gradually re-start it a few drops at a time but only after you have taken your munchkin to the vet to rule out any tummy or skin problems. Something that can be used on the skin might be better at this young age, but, again, ask your vet. With these sensitive tummies they can make us nuts trying to hit a happy medium. Your baby is probally fine, though....