Pure pumpkin in the can (not pumpkin pie filling) helps both loose stools and constipation. You can also reduce the RMBs and up the veggies a bit, or even add liver to the meal. Back to top of page If you're just starting to BARF your dog, the diarrhea may be brought on because of the normal detox process (cleansing out the toxins and impurities) OR because you may have added one too many things too quickly. Pure pumpkin, in the can (not pumpkin pie filling), will immediately halt the diarrhea.

If you have not had a bowel movement by the end of the second day, use Power and Balance that evening before bed. The next morning, take 1 Combi/Moflora shake and continue with Renew. Extra fiber and more water should help with most constipation problems. It is important to drink lots of water during and after cleansing. Some people intuitively know they need to re-populate their intestinal tract with a more beneficial intestinal bacteria.

Wheat germ oil works nicely. It can be mixed it right into a natural raw pet food diet. Most cats and dogs love wheat germ oil. Some pet nutritionists recommend pure pumpkin in the can (not pumpkin pie filling) because it helps both loose stools and constipation. You can also increase the volume of alfalfa meal. Pumpkin may be OK for dogs but we believe you are going to have a tough time getting a cat to eat pumpkin! You can also ask your vet.

If he or she strains without passing any poo then he/she may either be constipated or in the case of females may have a bladder irritation or blockage.

Pure pumpkin in the can (not pumpkin pie filling) helps both loose stools and constipation. You can also reduce the meats that contain bone and up the veggies or muscle meat meals, or even add more ground organ meats to the meal.

My eight year old male cat appears to be constipated. He tries to use the litter box but no go. He is quite vocal and seems to asking for help as he constantly follows me around meowing! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Increase oral fluids, dietary fiber (fresh fruits and vegetables), and exercise (walking). You may try Citrucel, Metamucil or Fibercon. Coffee and herbal teas can also have a laxative effect and alleviate constipation. In an emergency, Ducolax suppositories or Fleet's enema may be used.

Colleen specializes in aggression, fear and anxiety. You are assured that you are working with a pro.

It is common to see white crumbly stools from a raw fed dog. However, if the dog seems constipated, try reducing the RMB's and raising the amount of veggies a bit. Real pumpkin will also help reduce constipation (helps loose stools as well).

Most people who experience constipation while on the GR2 Control program either are not drinking enough water, and/or are not choosing enough fiber-rich foods for mini-meals and from the "ENJOY" list. Water is critical to proper elimination. You need to drink a minimum of eight, 8-oz. glasses of water every day. See your Success Guide for tips on how to incorporate drinking more water into your daily routine. Fiber, too, is critical to proper elimination.

Bowel movements will slow down when you get home from the hospital due to reduced food intake. Constipation is the consistency of the stool, not frequency. Constipation can make you feel nauseous and full. Make sure you are getting in at least 48 ounces of fluid and vegetable/fruit with all meals. Other good sources of fiber are beans and hot cereals. Diluting prune juice (1/2 water, ? juice) works well along with stewed prunes.

Most people do not experience cramping. However, there are some individuals who have experience cramping and it is because they may need an extra 1-2 capsules. What happens is that the herbs tend to gather the toxins and get them ready for elimination, but if the dosage was too low, there may be some cramping. If this happens, just make sure to drink more water and take an extra 1-2 capsules.

First take the animal to any veterinarian or shelter to determine if the pet has a microchip. If the pet does have a chip, the vet or shelter will call the owner(s) on your behalf and let them know how to retrieve their pet. If the pet does not have a chip, we suggest you make found flyers and post them in and around your neighborhood as well as at your local animal shelter(s). Should you be able to not house the pet, you can bring it to your local animal shelter.

She sure can. It is very important to do research on the type of breed that you're bringing into your home. Colleen can give you insight from her experience with different dog breeds and can help you choose the right dog for your lifestyle. No, Colleen does not require any specific collar at all. Her main focus is to make your dog as comfortable as possible during training.

Pad wounds are slow healers. The healing process is hampered every time the dog walks on the foot (the walking constantly pulls on the healing edges, and this delays healing). The pads can easily get infected, as there is contact between blood and the surface where your pet walks. These wounds are best treated by a veterinarian. Your veterinarian can clean the wound, bandage it with antibiotic ointment, give oral antibiotics, and rebandage the wound every three or four days until it is healed.

Treadmill exercise may be particularly beneficial for dogs with dysplasia because little active extension of the hip joint is required; rather, the treadmill passively extends the hip by pulling the limb back. The dog then actively advances the limb. This activity may be especially beneficial early in the conditioning program while other treatments are started. Additionally, weight loss results in greatly decreased progression of osteoarthritis.

A good obedience lesson can do more for you and your dog than any other single activity you can become involved in. In just one obedience lesson, you will see a change in the behavior of your dog, and in the way you relate to your dog. There are many advanced levels of obedience, but for now, lets concentrate on beginning obedience for you and your dog. Obedience classes will teach you to communicate with your dog in both a verbal and physical manner.

Answer Just like with people, dog behavior doesn't always have a logical explanation. Dogs can sometimes simply dislike a person for no apparent reason. Maybe your brother has a deep voice that makes your pup nervous; maybe he has the scent of another animal on his clothes. Most likely, you'll never know what it is about him that sets your dog on edge. But don't lose hope; you can make your dog happier to see your brother by making sure his visits are associated with something pleasant.

Elimination and digestion are two basic requirements for natural health. If the elimination organs are not functioning properly, the body soon becomes chocked with putrefying waste backing up into all the vital organs. Digestion then will be stifled, with the end result being death. For most people, this is a slow process with various waste toxins building up over the years to produce arthritis, diabetes, ulcers, hypertension, strokes, cancer and heart attacks.

My friend has HIV AIDS and I am concerned about the risks posed by my pet which is fed a natural diet. Your doctor is the best person to advise regarding the relative risks posed by animals, regardless or whether they be fed a natural or processed diet.

In order for you to make an informed decision, you need to understand some of the functions of the colon. Our internal organs including the stomach, small and large intestines operate in a moist condition. Food enters the stomach and the acids get to work breaking it down and processing it. It then begins its long journey through the intestines. Part of that process involves a great deal of squeezing action, to extract the nutrients and then discarding the residue.

According to the 1996 National Health Interview Survey, about 3 million people in the United States have frequent constipation. Those reporting constipation most often are women and adults age 65 and over. Pregnant women may have constipation, and it is a common problem following childbirth or surgery. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the United States, resulting in about 2 million doctor visits annually.