{"id":4899,"date":"2022-05-05T03:15:29","date_gmt":"2022-05-05T03:15:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/"},"modified":"2022-05-06T09:05:32","modified_gmt":"2022-05-06T09:05:32","slug":"how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I make my dog\u2019s poop softer?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_soften_his_stool\" title=\"What can I give my dog to soften his stool?\">What can I give my dog to soften his stool?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_constipation\" title=\"What home remedy can I give my dog for constipation?\">What home remedy can I give my dog for constipation?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Why_is_my_dogs_poop_hard\" title=\"Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard?\">Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Why_is_my_dogs_poop_hard_and_crumbly\" title=\"Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard and crumbly?\">Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard and crumbly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Is_milk_a_laxative_for_dogs\" title=\"Is milk a laxative for dogs?\">Is milk a laxative for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Can_a_dog_take_human_stool_softener\" title=\"Can a dog take human stool softener?\">Can a dog take human stool softener?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#How_much_olive_oil_do_I_give_a_dog_for_constipation\" title=\"How much olive oil do I give a dog for constipation?\">How much olive oil do I give a dog for constipation?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#How_do_I_make_my_dog_poop_inside\" title=\"How do I make my dog poop inside?\">How do I make my dog poop inside?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#How_many_days_can_a_dog_go_without_pooping\" title=\"How many days can a dog go without pooping?\">How many days can a dog go without pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Why_is_my_poop_hard_as_a_rock\" title=\"Why is my poop hard as a rock?\">Why is my poop hard as a rock?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#What_is_a_natural_laxative_for_dogs\" title=\"What is a natural laxative for dogs?\">What is a natural laxative for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#Why_is_my_dogs_poop_like_water\" title=\"Why is my dog\u2019s poop like water?\">Why is my dog\u2019s poop like water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#What_does_parvo_poop_look_like\" title=\"What does parvo poop look like?\">What does parvo poop look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-make-my-dogs-poop-softer\/#What_is_Obstipation_in_a_dog\" title=\"What is Obstipation in a dog?\">What is Obstipation in a dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-i-give-my-dog-to-soften-his-stool\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_soften_his_stool\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to soften his stool?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Milk: A small bowl of cow or goat milk works as a great canine laxative. Gravy: Premade canned gravy may help relieve constipation. Just a few tablespoons should be enough to get things moving. Olive oil: If you have olive oil on hand, try adding a little to your dog\u2019s food dish.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-home-remedy-can-i-give-my-dog-for-constipation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_constipation\"><\/span>What home remedy can I give my dog for constipation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common treatments for constipation include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Increasing your dog\u2019s fiber intake by adding pumpkin, wheat bran, or fiber supplements.<\/li>\n<li>Increasing exercise.<\/li>\n<li>A dog laxative or stool softener.<\/li>\n<li>An enema treatment.<\/li>\n<li>Medication that will strengthen the large intestine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-s-poop-hard\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_poop_hard\"><\/span>Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117991\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-is-my-dogs-poop-hard.jpg\" alt=\"Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard?\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-is-my-dogs-poop-hard.jpg 600w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-is-my-dogs-poop-hard-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dry or Overly Firm Stools<\/p>\n<p>Stools that come out too dry or hard are typically an indication of dehydration or decreased (slow) intestinal movement. Dogs with overly dry or firm stools, regardless of their shape, are at increased risk of constipation and often experience a degree of discomfort when defecating.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_pF8lQZec5g\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-s-poop-hard-and-crumbly\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_poop_hard_and_crumbly\"><\/span>Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard and crumbly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is constipated, you may notice it straining to have a bowel movement. If your pet can defecate, the stool will likely be hard and dry, potentially small and pebble-like. When a dog is constipated, its appetite may decrease, and it may even begin vomiting.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-milk-a-laxative-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_milk_a_laxative_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is milk a laxative for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can try giving your dog milk as it can work as an efficient laxative, but it should only be given in small amounts and should not become a regular part of their diet.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-a-dog-take-human-stool-softener\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_take_human_stool_softener\"><\/span>Can a dog take human stool softener?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Laxatives. Laxatives or stool softeners should only be prescribed by the vet. Never give a dog human laxatives, which will be far too strong for them and risk creating complications.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-olive-oil-do-i-give-a-dog-for-constipation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_olive_oil_do_I_give_a_dog_for_constipation\"><\/span>How much olive oil do I give a dog for constipation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117992\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-much-olive-oil-do-I-give-a-dog-for-constipation.jpg\" alt=\"How much olive oil do I give a dog for constipation?\" width=\"626\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-much-olive-oil-do-I-give-a-dog-for-constipation.jpg 626w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-much-olive-oil-do-I-give-a-dog-for-constipation-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You should give your dog one teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil per 20 pounds of bodyweight.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c0doLFg8_d0\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-make-my-dog-poop-inside\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_make_my_dog_poop_inside\"><\/span>How do I make my dog poop inside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Take your dog to the spot where you have left the poop and use it command such as \u201cgo potty.\u201d If your dog begins to sniff around, reward him with praise, repeating the command \u201cgo potty.\u201d Avoid letting your dog play in this area and avoid letting your dog into other areas to play until he has pooped.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-many-days-can-a-dog-go-without-pooping\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_can_a_dog_go_without_pooping\"><\/span>How many days can a dog go without pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs can go 24 hours without pooping once in awhile, but most dogs poop 2-4 times per day.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-poop-hard-as-a-rock\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_poop_hard_as_a_rock\"><\/span>Why is my poop hard as a rock?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Poop that is hard and shaped like tiny rocks or pebbles is likely just a sign of constipation . You can still be considered constipated even if you are able to pass a small amount of stool. The large intestine helps to concentrate waste by absorbing water.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-natural-laxative-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_natural_laxative_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is a natural laxative for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117993\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-is-a-natural-laxative-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"What is a natural laxative for dogs?\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-is-a-natural-laxative-for-dogs.jpg 640w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-is-a-natural-laxative-for-dogs-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A tried-and-true food remedy is canned pumpkin, which contains lots of dietary fiber as well as moisture to help with dried-out stools. Other sources of fiber that you can add to your dog\u2019s diet include psyllium husk powder (unsweetened, unflavored Metamucil) or ground dark leafy vegetables, such as spinach.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KzMkSsCUfbY\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-s-poop-like-water\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_poop_like_water\"><\/span>Why is my dog\u2019s poop like water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog diarrhoea or watery faeces, as an indicator of intestinal upset, can be a sign that something is amiss with your dog\u2019s tummy. And if your dog\u2019s poop is hard or dry, it could be a sign of dog constipation. If you notice that the consistency of your dog\u2019s poop seems \u2018off\u2019, make sure to discuss this with your vet.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-does-parvo-poop-look-like\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_parvo_poop_look_like\"><\/span>What does parvo poop look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your puppy will vomit and have diarrhea if canine parvovirus is present in their system. Vomit may be clear or a yellow or brown color, and diarrhea will often contain blood and be a light yellow or mustard colored hue.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-obstipation-in-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Obstipation_in_a_dog\"><\/span>What is Obstipation in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obstipation effectively denotes a permanent loss of normal function of the large intestine. Most veterinary patients who suffer from obstipation are cats (though dogs can suffer it, too). Their large intestines seem most inclined to experience a loss of normal function that leads to obstipation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What can I give my dog to soften his stool?What home remedy can I give my dog for constipation?Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard?Why is my dog\u2019s poop hard and crumbly?Is milk a laxative for dogs?Can a dog take human stool softener?How much olive oil do I give a dog for constipation?How&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":117990,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-give-my-dog-to-soften-his-stool.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4899"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4899"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4899\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":117994,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4899\/revisions\/117994"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/117990"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4899"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4899"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4899"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}