Hi Missy,
Does Lady get bones,greenies or rawhide or chew non food items?
Please list her diet.
How much does she weigh?
Thanks,
Terri
Dear Missy,
Canned pumpkin (not pie filling) is a MUCH better source of fiber than metimucil.
Add a tablespoon to each meal until the stools become regular. You can also give milk which is the best natural laxative in the world.Mineral oil @ one teaspoon can be given three times a week.
Do not feed any food with corn or gluten. Those fillers cause allergies in many dogs and can lead to constipation.
Canned food with water added is best.
Here is a very informative link:
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_constipation_and_megacolon.html
You want to avoid enemas and laxatives because they interfere with the natural peristaltic waves of the intestine and make the patient chemical dependant.
Please let me know how your baby is doing.I will always be here for both of you.
I hope she feels better very soon.
Sincerest best wishes,
Healthcare Expert
Expert in canine health and behavior. 20 years of experience with dogs