Hill’s Science Diet Sensitive Stomach & Skin Small & Mini Adult Dry Dog Food provides precise nutrition to support digestive health while nurturing skin and coat. Utilizing prebiotic fiber as fuel, this digestion care diet promotes balanced microbiomes while remaining highly digestible – ideal for sensitive stomachs!
Contents
Chicken meal
An upset stomach can bring on various symptoms, such as abdominal pain, bloating and changes to bowel movements. These could be the result of viral gastroenteritis or long-term conditions like IBS; food specifically tailored for sensitive stomachs may help alleviate those symptoms.
Food suitable for your dog with a sensitive stomach should contain high protein levels and low carb counts, along with being easily digestible so nutrients are properly absorbed by their bodies and prevent an upset digestive tract and sensitive stomach symptoms. A food recommended by a veterinarian and with no fillers or additives as well as no preservatives would also be ideal.
Peas
Peas are part of the legume family, alongside beans, lentils and peanuts. Available fresh, frozen and canned varieties – they make for easy additions to many dishes! They contain plant-based proteins such as those found in beans or lentils; also great sources of fiber, folate and iron with plenty of magnesium and potassium too! Plus they boast a low glycemic index so as to not increase blood sugar spikes after consumption; helping prevent diabetes as well as keep glucose levels within healthy ranges!
Peas are low in saturated fats, sodium and salt while providing an abundance of essential proteins, riboflavin, vitamin B6 folate magnesium potassium and iron. Furthermore, their rich source of soluble fiber also helps lower cholesterol and reduce risk for heart disease.
Potatoes
Potatoes are an integral part of life worldwide, providing essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamin C and B vitamins. Furthermore, their filling qualities may support weight management as research suggests they contain compounds which suppress appetite (25).
Potatoes have a moderate glycemic index and should not be the sole source of carbohydrates in your diet (3). Potatoes can make for nutritious additions to most meals when combined with non-starchy vegetables, lean proteins and fiber-rich foods.
Soaking potatoes in cold water before cooking can reduce their starch content, improving texture and creating more even cooking times. Soak time may also remove solanine present in their skins – which could otherwise be toxic if eaten raw (10)
Beet pulp
Beet pulp is a moderately fermentable fiber that increases intestinal fluidity and supports gut health, while helping absorb excess water. It is often included in horse feed because it does not increase insulin or glucose levels and stabilizes microbial populations in the hindgut.
Animal feed pellets come in either shredded or pelleted forms and should be added into complete feeds to improve palatability and reduce choke risk. They may also be soaked to increase palatability and minimize choke risks.
Many people believe that not soaking beet pulp before feeding it may lead to colic and other digestive issues; however, research has disproved this belief. Soaking beet pulp also serves to increase water consumption as well as cover any unpleasant taste from medications or supplements taken orally.
Flaxseed
Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) has quickly gained prominence as a functional food due to its many health advantages. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant properties, flaxseed also contains insoluble fiber which slows digestion processes while helping prevent constipation; plus it can lower blood glucose levels after meals while being rich in alpha-linolenic acid which may help lower cholesterol levels.
Flaxseed can be added to virtually any dish, from hot or cold meals. It can be mixed into salad dressing, baked goods or ground up and sprinkled onto cereals and oatmeal as a topping. Plus, its phytoestrogen properties may help alleviate menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and pelvic pain while simultaneously helping prevent high blood pressure!
