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Hazelzmibaybee · 10-06-2010, 08:03 PM

Pumpkin for Dogs
Pumpkin is one of the mystery foods to the dog world, some say it is for constipation and others say it is for diarrhea, the bottom line (no pun intended) is that pumpkin can and does relieve both symptoms. By adding puree of pumpkin from the can to your dogs’ food the symptoms can be alleviated in a few hours (make sure you do not get pumpkin pie filling in the can by mistake). If the underlying cause is from stress or consuming strange water, a little pumpkin puree should alleviate irregular eliminations. Puree of pumpkin is both a good source of fiber and has a high water content that will help either the constipation or the diarrhea. As the water will hydrate the intestines that is needed to relieve constipation and the fiber will absorb excess water that is available from the loose stool of an agitated colon.

There are a few breeds that are more prone to constipation due to the anatomical characteristics of the corkscrew tail that can interfere with the normal defecation process. The puree of pumpkin can be incorporated into the evening meal on a regular basis as this allows the pumpkin to go through the system while the dog is sleeping, normalizing the small and large intestine. When treating any dog with the issue of diarrhea, you would give the pumpkin immediately as the fiber will absorb the excess water in the colon and slow the gut action down to alleviate the symptoms (either diarrhea of more than 7 stools in a 24 hour period or constipation that lasts more than 36 hours should cause you to seek professional care).

When you open a can of pumpkin, unused portions can be frozen using ice cube trays and then placed in freezer bags. Then just pull the proportioned amounts and thaw as needed, in the summer most dogs enjoy the “PUMPKIN POPSICLE” as a treat. Although for travel it is easy to throw in a can with the rest of the supplies. Another good source of Pumpkin can be found at shows from vendors who dehydrate the Pumpkin puree into what is now called “a crisp”, this should be used for a treat for any dog at any time in small amounts, but not recommended for a dog with constipation and on the other end highly recommended for a dog with diarrhea.

USAGE AMOUNTS FOR CANNED PUMPKIN PUREE
• Under 20 LBS. 1-2 Teaspoons
• 20-50 LBS. 1-2 Tablespoons

10-06-2010, 08:03 PM	#1
Hazelzmibaybee YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Jersey Posts: 439 Blog Entries: 1	Pumpkin Reminder Pumpkin for Dogs Pumpkin is one of the mystery foods to the dog world, some say it is for constipation and others say it is for diarrhea, the bottom line (no pun intended) is that pumpkin can and does relieve both symptoms. By adding puree of pumpkin from the can to your dogs’ food the symptoms can be alleviated in a few hours (make sure you do not get pumpkin pie filling in the can by mistake). If the underlying cause is from stress or consuming strange water, a little pumpkin puree should alleviate irregular eliminations. Puree of pumpkin is both a good source of fiber and has a high water content that will help either the constipation or the diarrhea. As the water will hydrate the intestines that is needed to relieve constipation and the fiber will absorb excess water that is available from the loose stool of an agitated colon. There are a few breeds that are more prone to constipation due to the anatomical characteristics of the corkscrew tail that can interfere with the normal defecation process. The puree of pumpkin can be incorporated into the evening meal on a regular basis as this allows the pumpkin to go through the system while the dog is sleeping, normalizing the small and large intestine. When treating any dog with the issue of diarrhea, you would give the pumpkin immediately as the fiber will absorb the excess water in the colon and slow the gut action down to alleviate the symptoms (either diarrhea of more than 7 stools in a 24 hour period or constipation that lasts more than 36 hours should cause you to seek professional care). When you open a can of pumpkin, unused portions can be frozen using ice cube trays and then placed in freezer bags. Then just pull the proportioned amounts and thaw as needed, in the summer most dogs enjoy the “PUMPKIN POPSICLE” as a treat. Although for travel it is easy to throw in a can with the rest of the supplies. Another good source of Pumpkin can be found at shows from vendors who dehydrate the Pumpkin puree into what is now called “a crisp”, this should be used for a treat for any dog at any time in small amounts, but not recommended for a dog with constipation and on the other end highly recommended for a dog with diarrhea. USAGE AMOUNTS FOR CANNED PUMPKIN PUREE • Under 20 LBS. 1-2 Teaspoons • 20-50 LBS. 1-2 Tablespoons