My dog always struggles to poop. What causes it and how can I help?

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Dog seems to have a hard time going to the bathroom thought he might be constipated but he has been this way for as long as I've had him no food change and he is drinking a good amount of water is there anything I can do to help him? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 11 months old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Have Max examined by your veterinarian to diagnose medical causes. Sometimes this can be a neurological issue or a congenital condition. You can try mixing one teaspoon of plain canned pumpkin (NOT pie filling) per 10lbs body weight into the food once or twice daily. Continue to make sure he is drinking adequate amounts of water. Dehydration, even minor, can cause difficult defecation.

My dog always struggles to poop. What causes it and how can I help?

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