Constipated Cocker Spaniel!
by Chris
I took her to the vet and found out she has colitis. Isn't there some kind of puppy laxitive I can give to her? Reply from Pauline (Web Owner) I'm assuming that your cocker is not suffering from a medical condition, otherwise you would have mentioned it. Just like us humans, the cocker spaniel diet should be a healthy mix of nutrition: the righ balance of protein, carbohardrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals and oils. No junk food - bread, cakes, pizza - as you will only be making the situation worse. (Yes, we're all guilty of (occasionally) feeding our cockers such table scraps.) You could ask your vet to recommend something for her, or you could increase her fibre and liquid intake which will work as a natural laxative for your dog. Adding bran or a few drops of mineral oil to your dog's food may help to aliviate her constipation. Adding a few fresh vegetables to her food will also help. Additionally, if she's fed kibble, try adding a few drops of water to moisten the biscuits. A healthy diet, coupled with plenty of fresh drinking water and lots of exercise will ensure a healthy body. After a week or so, you should see an improvement in your cocker's bowel movements. However, if the constipation continues, I'd suggest you go back to your vet and let him know as continued constipation could be a sign of a blockage. Cocker Spaniel Questions And Answers Return to About Cocker Spaniels - Homepage |