Hi Guys
I am going to give Keya some Dandelion root as a laxative, do I grate it on her food or give her the root to nibble on?
Thanks
Jane

No worry guys, I decided to use logic and grated it

Jane

Hi Jane, how did you get on?  I havent heard of the root being used as a laxative, let us know if it works!  I heard that Aloe acts as a laxative.

Regards Vivienne

Hi Vivienne,
I was told today that Butternut Squash acts as cleanser/laxative/wormer, spoilt for choice teehee. I have an aloe but it is the one with the long spikes? I thought there was only one type but apparently there are different species!!! Personally I would like to use the Aloe as I am a great fan of it. I am really hoping that Keya goes soon, I would prefer it happen to naturally. I have an appointment booked for the vet on Wednesday just in case she still hasn't been. I have been giving her so many baths she thinks I don't know that she is not a turtle!!
Jane

Hi Jane,

I'm pretty sure Butternut Squash isn't an effective wormer - though not sure about it's laxative properties at all.
Laxatives commonly used are liquid parafin and lactulose.

HTH
TC
Darren

I have heard of Aloe producing lose stools - so this may well help if you have it handy:-)

TC
Darren

Hi Darren

The Vet is talking about using liquid paraffin or doing an enema, have you had experience of an enema being done (On one of your torts I don't mean you personally!!!)
Jane