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I generally get it at a health food store. I've tried the capsules, but they don't work as well.
Sprinkling the litter on the food will not work -
You didn't say whether JD has been neutered yet or not. Also would a "pm" help with some information for you? Let me know.
Longblades suggestion of sweet potato is a good one as well. I've heard of it being used with success, just never used it myself.
How to Make Slippery Elm Syrup
In a small stainless steel or glass saucepan (do not use
aluminum, copper or ‘Teflon non-stick’ pans) place 1/2
cup of ‘cold’ purified or distilled water and 1 heaping
teaspoon of powdered slippery elm. Whip with a fork.
Bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring constantly.
Simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cool
mixture to room temperature. Store refrigerated in a
tightly capped jar (Mason or Ball canning jars for making
jelly or jam work great). Keeps its medicinal properties
and remains fresh for 1 week.
Example dose: 1 teasp. given 5 to 10 before each meal.
This is the recipe that was supplied to me by my holistic vet. As mentioned it can be mixed in with the food or put on the food dry, but the #1 choice if possible, is to administer with a syringe or eye dropper. I prefer the eye dropper cause it's easier to give - a little easier to control.
It is very soothing for inflammation of the mouth or gastrointestinal tract. It can also be used on dogs and humans.