Constipation or Diarrhea in a Miniature Schnauzer Puppy

If you've got a miniature schnauzer puppy, you'll find that you've got an intelligent and loyal new addition to the family. You might also find that there are times when your newest family member might suffer from either constipation or diarrhea and you'll have to play nursemaid to them. In most cases, these are temporary and will quickly pass.

  1. Constipation

    • Constipation in a miniature schnauzer puppy is not uncommon. It's usually seen in older schnauzers, and it's primarily caused by a lack of fiber in the diet. If a puppy has it, there's a chance that the puppy is suffering from dehydration and will need to have fluids brought into it, either through oral or subcutaneous means. An all-natural method for relieving constipation in your miniature schnauzer puppy is to feed it canned pumpkin filling (without added sugar).

    Diarrhea

    • In many cases, something as simple as stress can trigger a bout of diarrhea, and it can be treated with over-the-counter medicines such as Pepto-Bismol or Imodium A-D. However, if the diarrhea is not brought under control in a period of 20 hours, it's best to take the puppy to a veterinarian to make sure that there is no serious underlying cause for the diarrhea.

    Diet

    • Feed your miniature schnauzer puppy a high-quality food. Look at the ingredients list and make sure most of the protein content comes from a meat source. If there are a lot of grains or fillers in the ingredients, it can cause either constipation or diarrhea.

    Stress

    • Stress in your miniature schnauzer puppy can trigger problems in the digestive tract that can be seen as either constipation or diarrhea. The more relaxed an environment the puppy is in, the more likely it is that it won't be having any undue stress placed on its system. By providing lots of love and attention, the puppy will not only bond with family members, but it will have fewer medical problems. Learning how to provide massages for your puppy will allow you to relieve some of the stress that it might be suffering from.

    Veterinary Care

    • If you find that you're having to handle constipation or diarrhea in your puppy on a regular basis, it's best to take it to a veterinarian. Although the chances are good that nothing serious is wrong with your puppy, you'll want to have the peace of mind that there's nothing medically wrong with your pet.