Behaviour moods/changes

[mdkel]

That could suggest a reaction to something he's stood on. Even if the vet finds nothing, it might be possible to give him a non-sedating antihistamine and see if he gets better (I say non-sedating because if he's sedated he might seem calmer anyway). If it seems to make a difference then you've narrowed down the problem. There is a 'human' OTC antihistamine in the UK that is safe for dogs, but I think it may be sedating, so you'd have to ask your vet.

Or you could try a soothing foot bath. There's a web page about itchy paws & remedies here, though I can't vouch for its reliability: http://www.limitlesspawsibilities.com/Going_Essential/Entries/2016/4/26_Itchy_Paws_101.html

And more here: http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/aromatherapy-allergy-relief-itchy-dogs/

Another fresh example:the normal play of every night today was like he was on cocaine or something.... it's like he is his normal self but with hyper reactions... strange...

 

[Violet Turner]

From what you have said is it sounds like he is in pain, from experience it sounds a little like joint pain. I have a thread on excessive chewing - Excessive Behaviour
Take Zappa to the vet and they can do an exam and know what is wrong.

 

[mdkel]

Zappa's going to the vet in a few hours... But I just realized something, his being doing less poo, and fewer times. Usually 2 times in the morning, 1 in the afternoon, and 1 atnight. he's been doing only 2 times per day, and today he didnt made any... maybe it's related??

 

[doggie1]

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Zappa's going to the vet in a few hours... But I just realized something, his being doing less poo, and fewer times. Usually 2 times in the morning, 1 in the afternoon, and 1 atnight. he's been doing only 2 times per day, and today he didnt made any... maybe it's related??

Possibly, mention it to your vet. Maybe he's constipated and in a bit of pain.

 

[mdkel]

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Possibly, mention it to your vet. Maybe he's constipated and in a bit of pain.

Will do... It's strange 'cause he normally as a very regular poo schedule he is not even trying to poo, and has been licking his but a bit, and sometimes get's surprised and looking at his but I'll update later

 

[doggie1]

Will do... It's strange 'cause he normally as a very regular poo schedule he is not even trying to poo, and has been licking his but a bit, and sometimes get's surprised and looking at his but I'll update later

Yes, let us know how he gets on. Eddi's poo schedule is erratic, it took me a while to get the right food for him and if he eats too much or has too many treats, it can go sloppy. I have to be very careful when looking at his diet.

 

[JoanneF]

If you think he is constipated you could offer some milk (as long as he isn't lactose intolerant), some oily fish, some green beans or a generous amount of cooked pumpkin. Don't skimp on the pumpkin if that is what you use, a little amount firms up loose poo so you don't want to make him worse.

 

[mdkel]

If you think he is constipated you could offer some milk (as long as he isn't lactose intolerant), some oily fish, some green beans or a generous amount of cooked pumpkin. Don't skimp on the pumpkin if that is what you use, a little amount firms up loose poo so you don't want to make him worse.

He doesnt look constipated, just because he is not even trying to poo.. I already gave him pumpkin (boiled, organic) just to see if he goes, and salmon oil too... should I ask for a x ray? maybe he ate something that he shouldnt?

 

[doggie1]

He doesnt look constipated, just because he is not even trying to poo.. I already gave him pumpkin (boiled, organic) just to see if he goes, and salmon oil too... should I ask for a x ray? maybe he ate something that he shouldnt?

Make sure you mention all of his symptoms and behaviours then you can discuss it all with the vet.

 

[JoanneF]

Make sure you mention all of his symptoms and behaviours then you can discuss it all with the vet.

^^^ this. Your vet will advise you.

 

[mdkel]

trip to the vet: zappa's got his anal glands filled again it was the most probable cause)... He's fine now, much more melow and happy ... it seems this will be an issue from now on, every now and then he must go to the vet so he can squeeze them

Thanks everyone

 

[leashedForLife]

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I'd try to avoid that as a routine part of his care, if at all possible - Adding pumpkin to every meal is the best way i know of, to keep the anal glands emptying on their own.

If U have the vet or groomer manually express the glands every few weeks / months, they lose the capacity to empty without help, & become dependent on manual emptying, plus they're more-likely to get impacted, infected, or abscess.
I've posted B4 about how to start [a tsp for a toy-dog, a Tbsp for a large dog, etc], & it's very simple - most dogs adore pumpkin at room-temp, but when it's been in the 'frig, it may need a few seconds in the microwave to make it fragrant & appealing.

We had a Dalmatian come into care with PACC in Virginia, & the poor thing was a hot mess - massively obese at over 90#, an emotional wreck who'd start pica if she got stressed, & with CHRONIC anal-gland issues. // We put her on pumpkin to reduce her wt, & she was adopted on pumpkin for life - it controlled her awful, painful, years-long anal-gland issues with no vet help needed. Last i heard, it had been 3-years since her last manual-emptying [6-weeks B4 she was taken in by PACC].

- terry

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[JudyN]

A pain in the bum that this will be a regular thing, but you must be so pleased you know what the problem is - and that it's fixable. Some diets are meant to help - such as the added pumpkin that LfL has suggested.

 

[Violet Turner]

I was just reading the above and straight away anal glands came to my mind. your vet can show you how to empty them at home, but they may not as they want you to spend money... If you are ever worried PM me

 

[mdkel]

I was just reading the above and straight away anal glands came to my mind. your vet can show you how to empty them at home, but they may not as they want you to spend money... If you are ever worried PM me

The vet does it for free, he showed me how to do it, bu I cant

 

[mdkel]

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I'd try to avoid that as a routine part of his care, if at all possible - Adding pumpkin to every meal is the best way i know of, to keep the anal glands emptying on their own.

If U have the vet or groomer manually express the glands every few weeks / months, they lose the capacity to empty without help, & become dependent on manual emptying, plus they're more-likely to get impacted, infected, or abscess.
I've posted B4 about how to start [a tsp for a toy-dog, a Tbsp for a large dog, etc], & it's very simple - most dogs adore pumpkin at room-temp, but when it's been in the 'frig, it may need a few seconds in the microwave to make it fragrant & appealing.

We had a Dalmatian come into care with PACC in Virginia, & the poor thing was a hot mess - massively obese at over 90#, an emotional wreck who'd start pica if she got stressed, & with CHRONIC anal-gland issues. // We put her on pumpkin to reduce her wt, & she was adopted on pumpkin for life - it controlled her awful, painful, years-long anal-gland issues with no vet help needed. Last i heard, it had been 3-years since her last manual-emptying [6-weeks B4 she was taken in by PACC].

- terry

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I already use boiled pumpkin almost everyday

 

[JudyN]

What are his poos like? Hard/soft, large/small? Does he ever need to push a bit to get them out?

 

[leashedForLife]

I already use boiled pumpkin almost everyday

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I think it's possible we have a misunderstanding about what kind of squash - I know U don't live in the UK, & I'm in the USA. // Pumpkin, like several other squashes, are a native species here - they were grown by native ppls long B4 the arrival of European explorers / invaders.

Below are various varieties of PIE-pumpkin [there are other varieties used only for seed production, too - roasted pumpkin seeds are a popular snack; plus, there are kinds that used only for carving at Hallowe'en, that are so tough they're inedible].

Since they are all in the same family & CAN cross-breed to make fertile seed, pie-pumpkin, seed-pumpkins, & carving or crafts pumpkins are also lumped-in with other squashes, such as butternut, acorn, etc.

Even if the "pumpkin" that U refer to is the same pie-type pumpkin as i'm speaking of, HOMEMADE boiled pumpkin is not the equivalent of commercially-canned pumpkin puree - the commercial canners have the equipment to boil off an incredible amount of water, & concentrate the resulting pulp, for a very high-fiber product.
I'll look for a nutritional analysis of home-boiled pumpkin, & post it to contrast with the commercially-canned puree.

Boiled pumpkin, no added salt:

SOURCE:
Pumpkin, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt Nutrition Facts & Calories



Commercially-canned pumpkin puree, no salt added:

SOURCE:
Pumpkin, canned, without salt Nutrition Facts & Calories

As U can see, there are significant differences. // 7.1 grams of fiber per cup in the commercially-canned puree', vs 2.8 in the home-cooked version.
There really is no substitute. Sorry about that - folks in the UK constantly ask if they can't use butternut or another squash, but no - they lack the large amounts of soluble & insoluble fiber found in pumpkin PUREE.

- terry

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[Violet Turner]

Why? It's not that hard in my opinion, just make sure your fingers are in the right place. If I lived near you then I would come round and do it for free and also see about his behaviour I'm not in Portugal any time soon

 

[Violet Turner]

Zappa needs a grain free diet if it's suffering with anal discomfort. You can give Zappa human fibre supplements but speak to the vet. There is a premium dog food and it's made in the UK but I believe they deliver to Spain - Simpsons Premium - Natural, Healthy Dog & Cat Food Range you will want the hypoallergenic one as he seems to have sac problems. Olive is on this dog food and also Doris on the puppy one and it's great! Ask if you require anything else...