Dogs that experience nausea may be caused by several different sources, including eating too quickly, switching diets abruptly, intaking something that is indigestible or spoilt, licking chemicals (like cleaning products or topical flea prevention treatments) in excess, motion sickness or side effects from specific medications.
Home remedies safe for dogs may help alleviate their condition.
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Chicken
Vomitting dogs often lose a lot of fluids, so it is vital that they receive plenty to drink. Offering them ice cubes or low-sodium broth may encourage them to do just that.
After several hours of vomiting, most dogs begin to feel better, yet still require something to absorb all their essential nutrients. Miller suggests offering your pup a bland diet of boiled rice, white chicken meat or jacket potatoes and cottage cheese (with all fat removed). There are numerous commercial dog food companies which produce therapeutic foods specifically tailored to help sick and injured canines; they may be an ideal choice.
Make your own bland diet at home using a mixture of one teaspoon baking soda and half cup of water; when mixed together this bubbling solution can help soothe stomach upset and reduce bloating. Add ginger root or chamomile tea as additional soothing agents – both are well-known for settling an upset tummy.
Rice
Dogs’ stomachs can become upset due to many different reasons: overeating, digestible material not digesting well, tasting unpleasant products (cleaning solutions or flea prevention treatments) licking something unfavorable or motion sickness can all cause nausea in dogs.
Individual vomiting episodes don’t typically warrant alarm; however, frequent vomiting and diarrhea could signal more serious health problems for your pup. Luckily, there are natural methods available that can soothe their discomfort without the negative side effects associated with anti-nausea medication.
If your dog is vomiting frequently, try offering him a diet consisting of 75% boiled rice and 25% low-fat protein such as chicken or ground beef to keep hydrated while helping his stomach settle down. Kefir may help ease nausea as it contains probiotics which support digestive health as well as immunity; however dairy may irritate some dogs’ stomachs so take caution with how much dairy you give him.
Pumpkin
Canned pumpkin offers many nutritional benefits for dogs. It provides essential fiber that helps ease constipation while also offering potassium and iron benefits, not to mention beta-carotene and vitamin A, both which aid eyesight and skin health in canines.
Also beneficial in alleviating diarrhea, it contains soluble fiber which bulks up stool and absorbs excess water, and prebiotics which promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the digestive tract.
Canned pumpkin can be an effective treatment for dogs suffering from indigestion and nausea, but it should never be seen as a panacea. If your pup’s digestive issue becomes serious, seek professional help immediately – you may require diet modifications or medication from your veterinarian, while home remedies such as fennel and ginger contain antiemetic properties which could also provide some relief.
Bone Broth
Whenever your dog is feeling unwell and experiencing nausea, try giving them small, bland meals to prevent further vomiting. A meal like boiled chicken and rice tends to be easy on their tummies but other options such as eggs can also serve as protein sources.
As another way of soothing their stomach, try giving your pet some soothing herbal tea containing ginger or chamomile as natural antiemetics. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian regarding dosage and safety concerns for their use in any herbal tea therapy program.
If your dog has an underlying medical issue that’s causing nausea, it is wise to consult a veterinarian. Over-the-counter human medications (like Dramamine and Benadryl) may help alleviate their discomfort; however, for best results it is wise to speak to your vet regarding dosage and safety for their canine companion.
