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In younger dogs, incontinence can be caused by a variety of reasons, the most common one being diarrhea. Other common causes include bladder stones, spinal injuries, muscle atrophy (wasting), bowel disease, anal sac infection, Parvo, lesions around the anus, parasites, and neuromuscular disease. Most of these can be treated, but some require medical attention. |
In this article you will know the answer to the query “Why Dog Leaking Poop While Asleep?“.
I’m sorry to hear this! In a puddle of his own mess your house-trained pooch looks sheepish and confused.
A lack of bowel control is also a common problem for younger dogs. As soon as you’re sure that its not just plain old diarrhea you should take Fido to the vet right away. This could be a severe issue in young dogs.
The purpose of this article is to explain some common causes of canine incontinence along with remedies that are likely to solve the problem.
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Possible Causes
In younger dogs incontinence can be caused by a variety of reasons the most common one being diarrhea. Other common causes include bladder stones spinal injuries muscle atrophy (wasting) bowel disease anal sac infection Parvo lesions around the anus parasites and neuromuscular disease.
Most of these can be treated but some require medical attention. Make sure you take your pup to the vet if you are unable to get them better at home or if they are in a dire state. Its usually possible to treat diarrhea at home if its a simple case. The other causes generally require a more targeted approach administered by a veterinarian.
Symptoms
Your house-trained pup probably did not poop in his sleep on purpose so you can rest assured he did not do it on purpose. Just as we do not like sleeping in our mess dogs do not like pooping where they sleep either.
Other symptoms to check for include lack of anal tone and pooping while walking. As a result your dog does not squat or lift a leg before going to the bathroom. Also you may notice flatulence vomiting bloating or scooting on their bums.
Whenever you notice any of these symptoms and if they do not improve after home treatment you should take your puppy to the vet for a checkup. These symptoms may indicate serious problems so its wise to get them checked out as soon as possible.
Possible Cures
The focus of this section will be diarrhea since it is something that is usually treatable at home. You usually can not administer medications or other medical interventions at home for other more severe conditions.
If your pup has severe conditions such as Parvo spinal injuries and parasites medication and possibly surgical intervention will be required. Depending on the severity of the condition as well as his general health. Only your veterinarian can advise you.
When Sheila has diarrhea you can treat it by simply changing her diet. It is recommended that you opt for bland foods since they usually do not contain anything that can exacerbate the situation. Try some of these solutions since what works for your pup might not work for the next:
- Chicken and whites rise together
The sweet potato
- Cottage cheese
- Eggs
- Chickens without skin.
All of these cures work by binding the contents of the stomach causing your pups stool to be firm. It may be tempting to try these possible cures one after the other in rapid succession but it is better to stick with one until things improve. The digestive system of your pup is already upset so adding too many new things would not help.
You can also try exercising your pup (if he is healthy enough). You can help your pups bowels move by exercising. You will probably be able to take your dog potty after a brisk walk preventing an accident later since his bowels are empty.
How Long Before I Visit the Vet?
It can be quite alarming when your pup has acute diarrhea (we’re talking about the consistency of water here) and the condition could even be quite serious. Animals and humans who suffer from diarrhea tend to dehydrate so keeping your pup hydrated is crucial.
Some people would rush their pups to the vet if they saw acute diarrhea like that. However others would turn to home remedies first. According to your pups age size and general health you have a certain amount of time before you should seriously consider a vet visit.
Severe dehydration should be treated immediately by your veterinarian. You can tell if your dog is dehydrated by pressing his gums (if he lets you). Whenever you press on a healthy dogs gums until they appear white the blood should quickly return when you remove your finger making them all plump and pink again. If the gums of a dog are dehydrated they will remain white.
Alternatively you can pinch a bit of the pups heads top to test this. If the pup is healthy the skin will return to its proper position. This bit of skin will slowly fall back in place when your pup is dehydrated due to a lack of moisture in his body.
You can expect your dehydrated pooch to be unsteady on his feet as well. They’re so much like their human parents! Your pooch should drink some dog-friendly electrolyte solution if he suffers from dehydration. In order to speed up his recovery electrolytes must be replaced through his illness.
Generally you should take your dog to the vet if he has diarrhea for two days in a row. Unless your dog is still a puppy or if he or she suffers from other conditions that exacerbate the condition. In this case you need to see a veterinarian right away. Even light diarrhea cases can cause serious illness or even death in puppies and pooches suffering from other illnesses.
Conclusion
Its unpleasant to lack bowel control but its usually treatable and does not last long. Change your pups food and keep him hydrated until hes back to normal. If your pups condition does not improve quickly or if they seem to be in pain take them to the vet for a checkup. Constipation is usually a sign of diarrhea but it could also indicate more serious conditions requiring medical attention.
Amanda (Author)
With over a decade of experience, Amanda is a distinguished dog trainer. Her expertise in canine behavior has transformed countless lives, fostering harmonious human-canine connections. Through compassionate and personalized approaches, she empowers owners to understand and connect with their furry companions, creating a legacy of joyful tails and transformed lives.
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