Why is my dog constipated, not eating, and sad after friend left?

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My staffie has been in mourning all week due to her friend getting adopted( i foster for a rescue) and she has been off her food. Saw her yesterday staining to poop several times and very little was veing deposited. I gave her pumpkin and slippery elm but no improvement. She is peeing but doesn't seem to drink much. Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 3 years and 7 months old | 60 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Sorry Ivy is having this issue. If she has been off her food I am guessing maybe she has not drank a lot either? If that is the case she may be a bit dehydrated causing the constipation. You can try giving her some canned pumpkin - 1/4 to 1/2 cup twice a day to see if that helps. You may also want to put some chicken broth on her food - that will increase water intake due to the sodium content. If no improvement in a day or so she may need a vet visit. Also remember if she hasn't been eating well she may not have a lot of poop in there to come out. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Why is my dog constipated, not eating, and sad after friend left?

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