Ideally, when caring for a dog with an upset stomach, they’ll benefit from easily digested and bland foods that won’t aggravate an already sensitive tummy – try staying away from fried or too salty options and high-fat content foods as these could irritate them further.
Integrative veterinarians frequently turn to 100% canned pumpkin for its digestive-support properties, providing it plain without any spices or sweeteners added.
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1. Bone Broth
Bone broth is an easily digestible liquid that can provide relief from symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting. Containing gelatin, it sooths the lining of the digestive tract while also providing essential amino acids that may prevent inflammation and restore damaged gut linings.
Plain canned pumpkin is another natural remedy to try; make sure it contains 100% pumpkin instead of pumpkin pie filling! Pumpkin has been found to soothe and relax the digestive tract while its high fiber content may aid in digestion and promote regular bowel movements.
Avoid foods that are fatty or spicy as these will only aggravate their stomach issues further. They may contain histamines which irritate their GI tract further. Boiled chicken or turkey (along with any leftover meat from making bone broth – save that!) makes an easy, healthy option that’s digestible quickly; for added nutrients try including some steamed or pureed spinach into their meal!
2. Chicken or Beef Broth
Dogs are naturally curious creatures, so it should come as no surprise when they accidentally consume something they shouldn’t. Their body will then try to expel it through vomiting or diarrhea.
Treating digestive upset in dogs involves employing various techniques, such as fasting, bland diet, fiber supplementation, electrolytes and probiotics; ginger can also be effective at soothing their upset stomach and preventing vomiting.
Opt for small meals of bland foods that are easy on their stomach. Boiled chicken with skin and bones removed mixed with plain white rice is an ideal combination, providing protein, vitamins and fats while stimulating your dog’s appetite.
Carrots are another fibrous food that can aid in the digestive tract’s recovery, with pureed carrots helping hydrate your body while providing essential vitamins and minerals. 100% canned pumpkin can also be an excellent choice; make sure it has no additional sweeteners or spices added; it offers low calories while being abundant with nutrition as well as anti-inflammatory properties.
3. Meat and Rice
Stomach upset in dogs may be indicative of many different health issues. By looking out for signs such as vomiting, diarrhea or loss of appetite you can pinpoint the source of their discomfort – which may include diet indiscretions, food allergies or intolerance to their regular kibble.
An effective remedy for your pup’s upset stomach could be as simple as feeding him some chicken and rice. According to veterinary nutritionist Dan Su, the combination is highly digestible for dogs and provides lean proteins which aid in healing of their gut. When making the recipe be sure it’s boneless skinless and cooked through completely before feeding your dog.
Canned pumpkin can also help ease digestion for dogs. When providing canned pumpkin to your pup, be sure to only provide 100% pure pumpkin without any added spices or sweeteners. In addition to these treatments, probiotic supplements could also be an excellent solution to soothe his upset stomach; probiotics help rebalance good bacteria in his gut and promote proper digestion.
4. Pureed Pumpkin
Pumpkin is a go-to food of many holistic veterinarians to soothe digestive upset. With its low glycemic index and abundant fiber, pumpkin provides comfort to both dog and cat digestion systems. Plus it’s filled with potassium to improve muscle function; Vitamin A to promote eyesight health as well as skin and coat health; as well as Vitamin C and beta carotene which bolster immunity.
If your pup has constipation, using one teaspoon of pure canned pumpkin each day could help firm up his stool and stabilize it. For diarrheaic pups, taking several tablespoons daily could also be helpful in improving his condition.
However, if your dog exhibits persistent diarrhea or straining to poop or has blood in their stool, seek medical advice immediately as these could be telltale signs of more serious health concerns.
Be sure to slowly introduce any new foods, like pumpkin, into your dog’s diet. For optimal results when making such adjustments it is advisable to consult a holistic or integrative veterinarian.
