Tips For Dog Stomach Problems

It is quite common for dogs to suffer from some digestive-related ailments throughout their life. And, even if in most cases they are mild and temporary diseases, it is always better to go to the vet if the problem persists or recurs. However, if your dog has stomach problems, here are some simple tips.

Signs and causes of digestive problems in dogs

The most common signs that a dog has stomach problems can be:

• Diarrhea
• He retched
• Flatulence
• Lack of appetite

In general, this symptomatology tends to be caused by:

• Poor food
• Ingesting excessive amounts of food
• Allergies
• Viruses or bacteria
• Stress
• Anxiety

A suitable diet for dogs with a sensitive stomach

Faced with this situation, there are many things you can do to avoid these digestive problems for your dog.

For example, you can give him a diet in line with his needs and always respecting the recommended daily doses. You have to take into account factors such as:

• Age
• Dimensions
• Physical activity level of the animal

What is the most appropriate diet for a dog with a sensitive stomach?

There are other particular characteristics of your pet to consider when it comes to feeding and stomach problems. The ideal, faced with this situation, is that your diet does not lack a good dose of fiber. In this way, a good intestinal function will be ensured.

So, to find out what nutrition your four-legged friend needs at each stage of his life, contact your trusted veterinarian. Or ask him to recommend an animal nutrition specialist.

And although there are foods specially designed for sensitive digestive animals, always consult a professional before buying them to determine if they are the best choice for your dog.

Other issues to consider if your dog has stomach problems

Here are other things to consider when a dog suffers from digestive problems: 

• Make sure you always have a good amount of clean, fresh water available. Keep in mind that if the so-called “vital element” is dirty, or if it has food remains, it can be a source of various infections. On the other hand, the water must not be too cold, as it can cause stomach problems.

• Avoid binge eating. Perhaps due to anxiety, or stress, some dogs ingest too much food very quickly. The best way to prevent this behavior is to divide their daily diet into several meals. The ideal would be to divide it into three daily rations. If the reason for the binge is the fact that he lives with other dogs and they all eat together (and is afraid of running out of food), the ideal is to feed him separately.
• Do not make any abrupt changes to your diet unless recommended by your veterinarian or nutritionist. The fact is that hairy people are particularly sensitive to alterations in their usual diet.

Other tips to avoid digestive disorders in dogs

Keep these tips in mind as well, in order to avoid gastrointestinal problems in your dog:

• Do not allow him to eat garbage or other waste, or various types of objects. There are animals that tend to devour everything they find in their path on the street, in the park or in the baskets. Be especially careful if your dog has this habit and you will avoid many stomach problems.
• Keep it away from substances that can cause poisoning. This is the case with pesticides, rat poisons, antifreeze and even some plants and medicines. If the animal has vomiting and diarrhea and you are concerned that it has been intoxicated, try to understand what it has ingested and take it to the vet as a matter of urgency.