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GI problems My 5 1/2 month old puppy has had digestion problems for most of his little life and I'm just wondering if anybody else has/is gone/going through this? If so, how did you get it straightened out? |
What kind of problems is he having? |
What do you mean, digestion problems...? |
He is constipated often. Most antibiotics make him sick and he doesn't ever get really excited over food, except mine(which he does not get). I guess it's mostly the constipation though. He is on Orijen puppy kibble. |
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If he's constipated, he might not be drinking enough water. A daily small spoon of canned 100% pure pumpkin would help with that - it has high water content and it helps with both constipation and diarrhea. *you can freeze the canned pumpkin in an ice tray and keep it in the freezer so it lasts longer. |
I agree that he may not be getting enough water. Try adding a little Apple Cider Vinegar to his diet. I put a 1/2 a cap full on my dogs food each feeding & they love it. I have a couple who suffer from digestive issues as well but since adding the Cider Vinegar they have totally turned around in that area. Some people put it rite into the water bowl & that may entice your pup to drink more as well. Be sure it's Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar & shake it well before each use. |
I have tried pumpkin and he won't touch it. He's a very finnicky eater. I will try the apple cider vinegar. Thank you all for your advice! He was on antibiotics because he has crystals in his urine. That has gotten much better(though not gone) so he's not on them anymore. We had some blood tests ran to check his liver function. I will get the results back on Monday. |
I'll be Praying no liver shunt. |
Sending positive thoughts that your baby gets better soon!:aimeeyork |
Thank you for your prayers! The vet is so concerned about what she saw in his blood work that she called me yesterday instead of waiting until Monday. He is having an ultrasound on Tuesday so please keep praying. I wish now that I had purchased pet insurance. |
Sounds like you have a good vet - being compassionate and caring. Fingers, and toes, crossed that she gets to the bottom of why your precious furrbaby is unwell. Sending out hugs to you, as I can well imagine that you are terribly worried. |
Thank you! Yeah I think she's a good vet. I just hope whatever it is, we can get to the bottom of it and yes I'm EXTREMELY worried about my little guy!!! |
Yes I'm going through it with my 4 year old. And no I haven't gotten it resolved. Mine is the exact opposite tho, he has the diarrhea and is always hungry for food. He's on antibiotics and Royal Canin for GI prescription canned food but that usually firms their poop up so I don't know if that would be good for your little one. I really have no advice but to tell you that I understand your worry and hope and pray our furbabies are healed. |
How long has your baby had this problem? What does your vet say? |
Any update on this baby ? |
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