No poop today.

[LammS]

Hi I'm Sylvia.
I just joined and I don't know why I haven't seen this place before. Anyway I'm happy to be here now.
I came here through Google I was looking for a little help with my yorkie. And I'm not sure how to post a question. It 4:47 am. I can't sleep because I'm worried about our baby Gizmo. She is 10 years old and dose not act like it. She is happy and playful but sometimes a little grumpy. I can relate to her. LOL she has not pooped today. and has been ok no pain barking at people at the door. but just acted a little different, I took her out for her walk 4 times today. But she only peed, she ate and drank water. Just only no poop.and looks a little uncomfortable.but no Pain thank God! She usually has one or two a day there has been no changes in her food or eating Pattern.. Should I be worried? I really can't aford a emergency trip to the vet.. But. If I have to I Guess I well. I hope you can help me help her.
I hope I did this right
Thanks

[pstinard]

Originally Posted by LammS

Hi I'm Sylvia.
I just joined and I don't know why I haven't seen this place before. Anyway I'm happy to be here now.
I came here through Google I was looking for a little help with my yorkie. And I'm not sure how to post a question. It 4:47 am. I can't sleep because I'm worried about our baby Gizmo. She is 10 years old and dose not act like it. She is happy and playful but sometimes a little grumpy. I can relate to her. LOL she has not pooped today. and has been ok no pain barking at people at the door. but just acted a little different, I took her out for her walk 4 times today. But she only peed, she ate and drank water. Just only no poop.and looks a little uncomfortable.but no Pain thank God! She usually has one or two a day there has been no changes in her food or eating Pattern.. Should I be worried? I really can't aford a emergency trip to the vet.. But. If I have to I Guess I well. I hope you can help me help her.
I hope I did this right
Thanks

One day of missed pooping is probably nothing to worry about, so long as the dog is not in pain or throwing up. If it continues for another day or two, then I'd call the vet for advice. They'll tell you if she needs to be taken in to be seen. In the meantime, try feeding a tablespoon of canned pumpkin. That acts as a gentle laxative.

[Maximo]

I agree, one day is usually not cause for concern. Sometimes my older boy will go longer without a poop if he has had less activity, less outdoor time.

Might also be a sign dehydration. Is she drinking enough? Is the weather warmer than usual for you?

Max was constipated once when younger. A little pumpkin, walking, and a warm body bath helped him.

[Yorkiemom1]

Originally Posted by pstinard

One day of missed pooping is probably nothing to worry about, so long as the dog is not in pain or throwing up. If it continues for another day or two, then I'd call the vet for advice. They'll tell you if she needs to be taken in to be seen. In the meantime, try feeding a tablespoon of canned pumpkin. That acts as a gentle laxative.

Try the pumpkin for a BM....like said above, if there is no vomiting, no pain, you can watch for a day or so...be sure baby is still taking water, no obvious pain in abdomen, no swelling....sometimes they just get tired of eating!....tired of the same thing....but you certainly dont want to start playing food roulette! Just let him rest for a day, get over being bored with meals, and he will start back eating....if he doesnt, a vet visit may be warrented. You know your baby and his behavior patterns....you will know in your gut if something is not right and needs to be seen. maybe a late day vet visit on Friday will help you get thru the weekend....you dont want to stumble into the weekend, not knowing if you have a real problem or not...I always say, "Rather safe than sorry".....