How Can I Add Fibre to My Dog’s Diet?
The Simple Daily Habit 25,000+ UK Dog Owners Swear By
Pumpkin, veg, psyllium powder… there’s an easier way to get the right fibre into your dog every day, for firmer poos and naturally emptying anal glands.
Add Fibre the Easy Way →If You’re Googling “Fibre for Dogs”, Read This First
Let me guess how you got here.
You’ve noticed something’s off. Maybe it’s the scooting – that bum-drag across the carpet, usually right in front of guests. Maybe it’s the licking. Or that fishy smell that hits you the second they jump on the sofa.
Or maybe it’s the poos themselves. Soft. Sloppy. Different every day.
Someone – your vet, a groomer, a friend at the dog park – said the same thing: “Try adding more fibre to their diet.”
Simple advice. But then you start looking into it.
How much fibre? What kind? Is pumpkin actually good for dogs? Which veg are safe? Do you sprinkle psyllium on their dinner, and how much is too much?
And will your dog even eat it?
If you’ve already tried a few things and you’re not sure any of it is working, you’re not alone. Here’s what you need to know – and what thousands of UK dog owners now do instead.
Why Fibre Matters So Much for Your Dog’s Bum
Your dog has two small anal glands, one on each side of their bottom. They’re meant to empty naturally every time your dog does a poo, squeezed by the pressure of a firm, well-formed stool passing by.
When poos are too soft or loose, that pressure isn’t there.
The glands don’t empty properly. They fill up and feel uncomfortable. So your dog does the only thing they can: scoots, licks and nibbles to find relief. That’s often where the fishy smell comes from too.
This is why fibre is the first thing most people are told to try. The right fibre does two jobs:
The 4 Most Common Ways to Add Fibre (And Where They Fall Short)
Here’s what most owners try first – and the honest pros and cons of each.
Plain cooked or tinned pumpkin (not pie filling) is the classic suggestion. It does add fibre. But once a tin’s open it only lasts a few days in the fridge, portions are guesswork, and plenty of dogs simply turn their nose up at it.
Carrots, green beans and similar veg can add some fibre. But the amount varies hugely, you need to know which foods are safe, and many dogs pick around them or swallow chunks whole – so you can’t be sure how much they’re really getting.
Psyllium is one of the most effective fibres for bulking stools. But loose powder is messy, it gels quickly when mixed with food, dosing by eye is tricky, and too much too fast can lead to gas or the opposite problem.
Changing your dog’s whole diet is a big step. It can upset sensitive tummies, it’s often expensive, and “high fibre” on the bag doesn’t tell you whether it’s the right type of fibre for firmer stools.
All four can help. But they share the same problem: they’re hard to do consistently. And with fibre, consistency is everything. A spoonful of pumpkin twice a week won’t give your dog firm poos every day.
What dog owners really need is the right blend of fibre, in a measured amount, in a form their dog actually wants to eat. Every single day.
That’s exactly why our vets created our Anal Gland chews.
The Easy Way: Daily Fibre in One Tasty Chew
Imagine this:
You open the pouch. Your dog hears it and comes running, tail going. They take their chew like it’s the best treat of the day – because to them, it is.
No spooning pumpkin out of a tin. No mixing powder into their bowl. No guessing.
Just the right amount of natural fibre, every day, in a banana, apple and coconut chew made from human-grade ingredients.
Here’s what’s inside each chew:
Four fibre sources. One chew. Measured by your dog’s weight, so you’re never guessing.
“These chews are brilliant for supporting your dog’s gut health and helping to unblock your dog’s anal glands naturally.”
– Dr Emma, MSc, PhD, Veterinary Medicine
How It Works, Step by Step
Your dog gets a consistent, measured dose of mixed fibre every day.
Psyllium, pumpkin seed and flaxseed help form well-shaped poos with the right bulk.
Firmer stools put gentle pressure on the anal glands as they pass, helping them empty the way nature intended.
Chicory root’s prebiotic fibre supports the good bacteria behind consistent digestion.
How much does my dog need?
under 9kg
10–18kg
18–36kg
over 36kg
Suitable for dogs from 12 weeks old. Grain-free, wheat-free and hypoallergenic.
Before vs After, As Told by Our Pack
What Real UK Dog Owners Say
“Stools much firmer and less scooting!”
“Honestly our 6 month old King Charles Cavalier is so much better with this. Poo is as it should be and not loose!”
“Our old Jack Russell, Pebbles, has one every day. Her anal glands used to need emptying about every three weeks, but now it is only about every three months. A great improvement!”
“It forms up their poo, helping with the dispersal of the fluid within their anal gland…”
“I was initially sceptical but at my wits’ end with scooting, the smell and constant trips to the vets. We are 10 months vet free (usually every 8 weeks) and Bruno is definitely smiling again!”
“My boy loves the taste of these! No poo or anal gland issues!”
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You’ve probably still got a few questions. Let’s answer the big ones.
Honest Answers to the Questions You’re Thinking
“Can’t I just give my dog pumpkin?”
You can, and some owners do. But pumpkin on its own is one fibre type, it’s hard to portion and harder to keep up every day. Our chews combine pumpkin seed with psyllium husk, flaxseed and chicory root – four complementary fibres – in a measured chew your dog sees as a treat. It’s the consistency that makes the difference.
“Will my fussy dog actually eat it?”
This is the most common worry – and the most common surprise. Our chews are flavoured with banana, apple and coconut and taste-tested by thousands of dogs. No pills, powders or gloopy oils. Most owners tell us their dog thinks it’s getting a treat.
“How quickly will I see a difference?”
Many owners notice less scooting and odour within the first week, with the best results within 90 days. Fibre works best when it’s given every day.
“Is it worth it?”
Think about the alternatives. Repeat trips to have glands expressed can cost around £40 a visit, plus the time and stress for you and your dog.
Picture This: A Few Weeks From Now
You let your dog out in the morning. You don’t hold your breath when you pick up after them – it’s firm, normal, easy.
They trot back in and flop down on the rug. No scooting. No twisting round to lick. No smell following them onto the sofa.
Just a comfortable, happy dog – and one less thing for you to worry about.
That’s what 25,000+ dog owners have experienced. And with our money-back guarantee, you can try it with zero risk.
Our 30-Day Promise
We’re confident your dog will love our chews. But we don’t expect you to take our word for it.
Try it for 30 days. If you’re not happy, email woof@scooch.pet and we’ll refund you. No hassle.
You’ve tried pumpkin, veg and powders. This time, there’s no risk in trying the easy way.
Anal Gland Chews →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I add fibre to my dog’s diet?
Pumpkin, extra veg, psyllium powder or a high-fibre food can all help, but they’re hard to do consistently. Our Anal Gland chews combine psyllium husk, pumpkin seed, flaxseed and chicory root in one measured daily chew your dog sees as a treat.
How much fibre does my dog need?
Our chews are measured by your dog’s weight: Small (under 9kg) 1 chew a day · Medium (10–18kg) 2 · Large (18–36kg) 3 · Giant (over 36kg) 4.
What is the best fibre for dogs with anal gland problems?
The right fibre does two jobs: soluble fibre like psyllium bulks up stools so every poo gives the glands a natural squeeze, and prebiotic fibre like chicory root feeds the good bacteria in your dog’s gut for more consistent poos.
Can too much fibre be bad for dogs?
Too much too fast can lead to gas or the opposite problem. That’s why our chews are dosed by your dog’s weight, so you’re never guessing.
What age can my dog start?
Suitable for dogs from 12 weeks old.
My dog has allergies – is it suitable?
Our chews are grain-free, wheat-free and hypoallergenic, made from human-grade ingredients.
What if it doesn’t work for my dog?
Try it for 30 days. If you’re not happy, email woof@scooch.pet and we’ll refund you. No hassle.