Colase or generic doccusate sodium is a common stool softener. Many also use coconut oil, chilled and cut into small pieces to peck. Aim for 1 tsp as a dose. They tend to get filled up on that or a little less.
Water should not be removed. If she is having s crop slowdown, water is very important to help the crop work, and to keep her from getting dehydrated. At her age it could be that she is having a reproductive disorder. Salpingitis, egg yolk peritonitis, cancer, and ascites are common. That can...