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Introduction:

• Constipation means difficult, infrequent or absent bowel movements, is one of the most common health problems associated with a pet’s digestive system.
• Most common signs of constipation in dogs include:
-Dry hard stools and
-Straining when trying to defecate.

Causes of Constipation in dogs

• Diet— Improper diet lacking in fiber is often the problem because dogs ted to eat things that are not food like hair, toys etc.
• Age—Elderly dogs seem more prone to constipation.
• Digestive tract tumors
• Tumors that narrow the pelvic region
• Prostate enlargement
• Dehydration or electrolyte imbalances
• Metabolic diseases, like hypothyroidism
• Effect of medicines
• Spinal diseases and injuries

Signs and symptoms of constipation in dogs:

• Hard stool.
• Tenesmus, which includes straining to defecate.
• Dyschezia, which is painful or difficult defecation.

Investigations for constipation in dogs:

• Abdominal palpation
• Rectal exam
• Barium enema
• Ultrasound or colonoscopy

Management & Treatment of constipation in dogs

• Drink plenty of water.
• Laxative
• Enemas.

Homoeopathic Treatment

• Opium
• Alumina
• Nux-Vomica
• Carbo-Veg
• Bryonia