Trapped gas can be painful for your pet and lead to serious health problems, so if their symptoms persist for more than 24 hours you should consult with a vet immediately.
Diets that include easily digestible proteins such as chicken and fish could help alleviate gas symptoms, while Pepto Bismol and digestive enzyme supplements could provide effective solutions.
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Gulping sounds are normal dog behavior, but when their farts start smelling strongly of gasoline it could indicate digestive issues that need treating with safe yet effective at-home remedies for pets.
Gentle rubbing your pet’s abdomen with the flat palm of one hand can help relieve trapped gas and get it moving through their system more quickly and comfortably. Apply light pressure in circular motion to encourage this movement while providing comfort at the same time.
Avoid foods that cause indigestion in your dog, such as cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts), beans, high-fat dairy products and chocolate. Instead, focus on providing high-quality proteins and complex carbohydrates which are easier for their bodies to process. Probiotics or prebiotics could also be added into their diet to support healthy bacteria levels in their gut.
Warm Bath
Soaking your dog in warm bathwater can help release trapped gas and promote better digestive health, as well as relax him, making him more comfortable and reducing his anxiety levels.
Just taking your dog on a walk or massaging his stomach area may also help alleviate gas. Gently massaging their abdomen in circles with your fingers or palms may loosen up any trapped, foul-smelling gas so it can escape more freely from their system.
If your pup seems to be experiencing frequent gassy episodes or their gas smells particularly foul, now may be the time to consult your veterinarian. Your vet can recommend an appropriate course of treatment which could involve diet modifications or prescription medication.
Change of Diet
Increased gassiness may be a telltale sign of pancreatitis or colitis – both treatable by visiting your veterinarian. So it is vital that they inspect your pup.
Altering your dog’s diet could be the key to alleviating his digestive discomfort. Food allergies or sensitivities often result in extra gas production; thus, low-carbohydrate, limited ingredient diets are ideal.
Your dog should also avoid dairy products such as milk, yogurt and ice cream as many adult dogs are lactose intolerant and this may result in excess or trapped gas. Furthermore, table scraps or leftovers should also be avoided since this could upset their gut microbiome resulting in gas and diarrhea as well as potentially toxic meat products like pork belly.
Herbal Supplements
Herbal supplements designed to ease digestive issues such as gas are available. Probiotics help restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut while encouraging fat breakdown for firmer poop and less smelly gas production.
If you wish to introduce herbal products into your dog’s diet, consult with a veterinarian first. They can recommend an appropriate dosage and how best to administer it.
If your dog suffers from gas, try some simple treatments. A warm bath, massaging the stomach, avoiding table scraps, and using a feeding bowl with raised nodules to reduce air intake could all help reduce its severity. If the issue stems from food allergies or sensitivities then make changes to their diet gradually over time and monitor them carefully as they adjust.
Activated Charcoal
Gas in dogs is most frequently caused by eating spoiled or inferior-quality food, but sudden increases in gas or farting could indicate more serious digestive issues and require you to visit your veterinarian immediately.
An unhealthy, high-fat diet or sharing table scraps and human food with your pup may contribute to bad gas in his digestive system. High-fat foods take longer to break down and may irritate his sensitive system.
Activated charcoal is a mainstay in emergency room medicine for treating poisoning as it helps push medication or poison out faster from the gut. Anecdotally, people claim that activated charcoal helps whiten teeth, prevent hangovers, treat acne and dandruff, cleanse skin and whiten hair; but evidence to back these claims remains lacking (28). Furthermore, activated charcoal may help detoxify your pet’s colon and decrease bad gas production.
