1 My dog is away with me for the weekend in a strange environment and she has not had a bowel movement in 2 days. When I took her for a walk her hind legs appeared to be too weak to support her and we had to stop and let her rest. This happen several times while on the walk. Do you think this has anything to do with her failure to have a bowel movement or do you think this has to do with some other problem?
2 I have a Border Collie-Lab mix. He is two years of age. I am having troubles with him chewing and eating towels. He is eating alot of grass and has a hard time pooping. What can I do to clean him out and stop the eating of towels?
3 How do we avoid constipation in our dog? Is there a food you prefer for Miniature Dachshunds?
1 My dog is away with me for the weekend in a strange environment and she has not had a bowel movement in 2 days. When I took her for a walk her hind legs appeared to be too weak to support her and we had to stop and let her rest. This happen several times while on the walk. Do you think this has anything to do with her failure to have a bowel movement or do you think this has to do with some other problem? Unfortunately it is a bit hard to give a definitive answer without examining your dog. Some dogs may be a bit unwilling to eliminate in new environments and may need extra time outside to feel comfortable. If your dog is not eating well in the new environment she may not have a bowel movement. However, if there is lack of appetite associated with a decrease in activity I would be concerned that your dog is ill and should be examined by a veterinarian. back to top
2 I have a Border Collie-Lab mix. He is two years of age. I am having troubles with him chewing and eating towels. He is eating alot of grass and has a hard time pooping. What can I do to clean him out and stop the eating of towels? There could be many reasons your dog is chewing and eating towels including normal chewing behavior or separation anxiety. Whatever the cause, he could get a serious intestinal blockage from the towels. If he is having a difficult time defecating, a veterinary visit is needed. Your veterinarian can then palpate his abdomen to try and see if he is obstructed or he may need to take a radiograph (x-ray) to make a final diagnosis. If he is obstructed, surgery may be necessary to remove the obstruction. back to top
3 How do we avoid constipation in our dog? Is there a food you prefer for Miniature Dachshunds? A dog may become constipated for several reasons. If a dog does not take in enough water or fiber in their diet they may become constipated. Another reason a dog may become constipated is lack of exercise or opportunity to defecate on a regular basis. This may be because the dog is unwilling to go outside, is elderly or has to wait long hours before being let outside. Finally, a dog may become constipated if they have an intestinal blockage. If constipation persists, a veterinary visit is a good idea. As for the type of diet for a small dog, they would do well on any complete and balanced adult food such as Purina ONE Lamb and Rice Formula. Since miniature Dachshunds do have a tendency to become overweight, another choice would be Purina ONE Healthy Weight Management. back to top