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How to give your dog home made enema
from:Sometimes, you may need to do more than just giving solid or liquid medication to your sick dog. Depending on his condition and symptoms, you may also have to provide other kinds of nursing care, such as giving enemas. Below is an effective way to use this procedure:
The use of enemas can be beneficial for dogs that has the following conditions; constipation, during fasting, dehydration, excessive vomiting, bowel irritation caused by bone fragments or the presence of spoiled food or garbage in the digestive tract.
Before administering this procedure, make sure that you only use pure water that is warm but not hot (test it on your wrist to make sure). Use about two tablespoons for a small dog and up to a pint for a large dog. Add a few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the water and administer the mixture with a plastic or rubber syringe for about 2 to 3 minutes. For large dogs, you can use and enema bag and a nozzle.
Here is how to do it: You must lubricate the end of the syringe with vegetable oil. Have someone help you hold the dog gently while he stands in a tub or on the ground. Insert the nozzle carefully into the rectum. Using gentle and consistent pressure against the anus (to prevent the fluid from leaking out), slowly fill the colon. If the solution does not flow in easily, pull back on the nozzle or syringe and slightly adjust the angle. Expect a bowel movement to begin within a few minutes. You may administer the enema once or twice a day for a couple of days.
In many cases, dogs that are dehydrated are simply retaining the fluid. This occurs when the colon absorbs the fluid which the body needs. Therefore, enemas are an excellent way to administer fluid therapy. Under these circumstances, administer the enema about every four hours or until fluid is no longer retained.
If a dog is having difficulty keeping water in his stomach due to heavy vomiting, an enema can help introduce the fluid and salts that are needed to replace those lost through vomiting. Using the solution as described earlier, add a pinch of sea salt plus a pinch of potassium chloride. The same solution can also be used to help a dog suffering from prolonged diarrhea. In this case, administer the enema every four hours or until fluid is no longer retained.
Bone, joint, and muscle problems
Your dogand#39;s body is built to enhance massive endurance and agility His hind legs have great, powerful muscles, that allow him to get instant acceleration and help maintain speed For this reason, you need to make sure that he is not suffering from any kind of bone, joint, and muscle disorder that can cause lameness, pain, or paralysis Give your dog a regular home check up and look for any sign.....More on Cushings Disease Dog
Helping The Mother Dog Give Birth
Sometimes you may have to assist the mother while she is giving birth Puppies are usually delivered head first in a diving position while some are born tail and hind legs first If the mother is having a hard time with the delivery, you can help her by gently pulling out the exposed puppy as she restrains However, if only the legs are out, call the vet immediately for advice If the mother d.....More on Cushings Disease Dog
Luxated Patella: Is Your Dog Suffering From This Debilitating Condition
If you think that your dog is suffering from a luxated patella or a slipped kneecap, the best thing to do is take him to the vet as soon as you can Although a slipped kneecap may not seem like a serious condition to your young dog, it is a progressive disorder and can be debilitating if left untreated 5 Common Symptoms Of A Slipped Kneecap Symptoms usually start to appear when the dog is y.....More on Cushings Disease Dog
First Aid For Dog Bites and Insect Stings
Most dog bites occur around the neck, face, ears, and the upper chest area And although most skin punctures from other canine teeth look simple and clean, there is often a considerable amount of damage through the flesh Injuries, bites, or stings from insects and venomous animals are often difficult to find and administer symptomatic treatment Contact your veterinarian if the dog shows any a.....More on Cushings Disease Dog
Respiratory Disorders Nasal discharge breathing problems Gagging
It is very common for all dogs to sneeze on an occasional basis, especially when they first wake up However, allergic sneezing is typically a nonproductive sneeze that occurs in paroxysms and the infections will often produce puss If you notice a bloody discharge from a single nostril then that is an indication of a tumor or a foreign object What to do: If your dog is displaying such .....More on Cushings Disease Dog
6 Ways To Help Soothe Your Puppyand#39;s Teething
Teething is a natural process that occurs when your petand#39;s deciduous (baby) teeth are replaced by adult teeth This process usually starts in puppies between the age of 3 and 6 months All puppies go through teething because it helps them relieve the discomfort that is associated with the process In addition, it may help the new tooth penetrate the gums Teething is something that you should n.....More on Cushings Disease Dog
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