Canned Pumpkin - Use to settle dog's digestive tract

By Hklbrries

Dear Heloise: I don't know if you are aware of the fact that canned (not raw) pumpkin does a fantastic job of settling a dog's digestive tract. My German shepherd pup got into the cat's food and ended up with a bad case of diarrhea. The breeder I bought her from suggested that I giver her some canned pumpkin. It worked great!

Pam M, via email

Pam, research shows that you are right! Canned pumpkin can be used as a home remedy for diarrhea in dogs. Because it is so rich in fiber, it absorbs excess water and helps stools return to normal. You must only use pure pumpkin, not the pie filling that has sugar and spices.

After checking with some veterinarians, 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds is the recommended amount.

Diarrhea can be a sign of a more serious health problem, so if the problem continues for more than 24 hours, call a veterinarian.

Heloise

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