Constipation

[Teddy740]

My labradoodle seem to have constipation very often. Any suggestion for this condition?

Thanks.

[deepnite10]

Hi Teddy..

most of our problems with poo..is that its more runny than otherwise..the perfect poop is our on going goal..it s not funny but we do make light of it cuz it seems everyone has encounter the problem..

with constipation..like any other health related issues..its best to take it up with your vet..it could be a parasite problem..but, more likely a dietary issue..

usually if your feeding a high quality food..high in protein and fat the poop s would be on the looser side..on the other end..foods with low nutrinal values can cause the opposite effect..

[Nikkiey]

Like Deepnite has mentioned, most of the poo problems previously discussed are the opposite of yours, but don't worry, I am sure there is someone out there who's had or known someone who's had this issue.

I know my friends dog used to have similar problems in this area, however her dog was fed raw and her solution was to add more bone into the dogs' diet....

So I guess if you have ruled out any other medical problem, perhaps start looking at what you are feeding your dog. How long have they been on this food, is this the first issue you have come across with the food, have you ever tried a different food, are there grains and by-products in their food....