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<p class=MsoNormal>Scooting *<b>may</b>* be a sign of anal glands needing to be
expressed. Dogs scoot to express the anal glands when there is pressure
in them. Normally, the process of feces passing through the anus expresses
the glands and provides lubrication. So, scooting is natural but
attention does need to be paid if scooting is a frequent occurrence. So –
how does pumpkin relate to scooting?? Pumpkin is a good fiber source in
the diet. Fiber, of course, helps the bowels move more
freely. We have begun putting a heaping tablespoon of pumpkin on our dogs’
food once a day since November. It is a much better fiber source than
Johnny’s preference – sticks and twigs. Sticks and twigs are
NOT a good choice – things get all clogged up!! Most dogs
love pumpkin – just be sure to buy the pure pumpkin, not the pumpkin pie
mix. Although the pumpkin pie mix won’t hurt them, it is not as
effective since it is somewhat diluted with other ingredients.
Also, yams (sweet potatoes) are another good source of fiber for dogs, as are
carrots and green beans. When I see my dogs “grazing” and
munching on grass (not with an upset tummy), I cook up some green beans (I use
frozen chopped green beans) and toss them in with their food. When I cook
them, I make them *<b>el’ dente</b>* (kind of crunchy). My dogs
also love fresh, raw green beans. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Sandi Wittenberg - Red Bay Bassets<o:p></o:p></p>
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