Caring for your pup’s upset stomach can be an immense task. From diet changes and intolerances/allergies to ingestion of toxic foods, responsible pet parents can play an invaluable role in relieving suffering.
Beginning by providing your dog with an easy-to-digest diet of boiled chicken, plain white rice or pumpkin (without spices). This will soothe their digestive tract.
Contents
Bone Broth
Bone broth can be an enjoyable treat for your pup, providing comforting nourishment that’s easy for their bodies to digest. Puppies especially may find comfort from its gelatin content which may help heal and protect their gut lining while its glycine content helps promote sleep and decrease stress levels.
Swollen and tight stomachs in dogs can be extremely uncomfortable and lead to digestive issues. Usually caused by food and gas getting stuck in their intestines, if your pup regurgitates their food or has loose stools it might be time for homemade bone broth!
Add cooked white rice to the broth to quickly hydrate your pup without contributing additional food or causing additional digestive issues. Or purchase pre-made bone broth products like DiarRice to quickly provide relief. Observe their bathroom habits – color, consistency and frequency of their stool output should all be monitored for changes.
Chicken & Rice
One of the easiest and most effective treatments for an upset dog’s stomach is feeding them a bland diet of chicken and rice, which is easily digested and can help soothe their discomfort. Just make sure that low-sodium options are used so as not to create further digestive issues for your canine companion.
Add some ice cubes of water or diluted bone broth into the chicken and rice to provide electrolytes, helping your pup to hydrate more efficiently. However, it should only be done for short duration as giving bland food may worsen symptoms further or lack essential vitamins and nutrients that they need. Always consult with a veterinarian prior to trying any home remedies on your own pet.
Ice Cubes
Responsible pet ownership requires being familiar with how to treat an upset stomach in your pup at home using natural remedies, bland foods, probiotics and herbal supplements; all can help ease his or her symptoms.
An important treatment strategy for dogs that have vomiting or diarrhea is staying hydrated. Loss of fluid leads to dehydration and worsens their digestive condition. Provide plenty of fresh water and encourage your pup to drink often.
Pepto Bismol
Although you might be tempted to reach for your medicine cabinet for relief when your pup has an upset stomach, it is always best to consult with a veterinarian first before giving over-the-counter drugs (OTC). OTC medications typically contain salicylates which may trigger Reye’s syndrome in dogs.
Suggestive of an upset stomach in dogs are symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea and lack of appetite; these could also indicate more serious underlying health conditions like gastroenteritis virus infections, bacterial overgrowth or pancreatitis.
To soothe your pup’s upset tummy, try feeding them a bland diet and keeping them hydrated. Steamed or pureed spinach contains iron, magnesium and prebiotics which may help support their GI tract and ease symptoms. Herbal treatments such as basil (with antiseptic properties) or goldenseal (to prevent negative bacteria growth) may also be effective remedies; if symptoms persist beyond 24 hours though please visit a vet immediately.
Ginger & Mint Tea
There are various methods you can employ at home to treat a canine’s upset stomach, such as providing them with a bland diet, probiotics and natural herbs like ginger or peppermint.
Ginger can be an excellent digestive aid, and can be given either in chewable tablet form or made into tea form for your pet’s consumption. When making tea for them it should not contain caffeine so as not to keep them awake or further irritate their stomach.
Rosemary can assist with digestion by acting as a natural breath freshener and its sedative effects are well-known, so it may even serve as a sleep aid. Valerian root works to increase bowel movements and combat constipation – these herbs can be found online or from holistic veterinarians. A severe upset stomach requires medical intervention immediately.
