An animal who is experiencing diarrhea and vomiting requires soothing foods to calm their stomach and bowels. Mild cases may be treated at home using bland, easily digestible meals.
Boiled chicken and white rice provide simple yet nutritious meal options that are easily digested by the body. Pumpkin, rich in soluble fiber and potassium content, helps absorb excess fluid and firm up stool formation.
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Chicken and Rice
An animal with diarrhoea must rehydrate and gradually start eating again, just as humans should do; any abrupt change could actually make matters worse for these pups already suffering from diarrhea and vomiting.
Reintroducing bland food like plain boiled rice or chicken and cooked white rice can help soothe an upset stomach and prevent further gastrointestinal problems like diarrhea and vomiting.
Other healthy options for dogs to eat are scrambled eggs, low-fat cottage cheese or low-fat yoghurt; all three foods are easy for their digestive systems to handle and will help replenish qi levels in their gut. It’s wise to avoid feeding hot proteins like chicken though as these could further deplete yin energy and lead to digestive upset; try lean cooling proteins such as rabbit, turkey, white fish eggs or organic tofu instead for maximum effectiveness.
Plain Pureed Pumpkin
Pumpkin has long been recognized for its digestive-soothing benefits, making it an excellent food to give to dogs with diarrhea or vomiting. Pumpkin contains high amounts of soluble fiber which slows bowel transit times while soothing irritated intestinal walls; plus it is an excellent source of potassium which prevents dehydration in these pets. For optimal results when selecting 100% pure canned pumpkin over canned pie filling options.
If your pup is experiencing loose stools, try swapping out his usual food for 50/50 pumpkin and fat-free turkey (making sure that all meat has been fully cooled to avoid advanced glycation end products). Skinless mashed yams, sweet potatoes or white potatoes could serve as alternatives to pumpkin. Codfish, chicken breast or fat-free pork makes great alternatives as a protein source. Avoid adding butter or salt as this could exacerbate his stomach condition further. For continued symptoms contact a vet.
Plain White Rice
Rice is an easy food for your pup to digest and can help replenish fluid losses after an episode of diarrhea. Just be wary of packaged/instant varieties which could contain lots of additives or spices that could upset his/her GI tract.
Lean and low-fat protein is another essential part of an ideal bland diet for dogs with diarrhea. Chicken, turkey and ground hamburger are easily digestible options available at your local grocery store; just ensure it’s free from bones, seasoning and oil – ground turkey may even reduce further diarrhea episodes!
Cooked plain pasta can also be an easy-to-digest food option. Start out slowly by offering smaller meals every two to three hours and gradually increasing portions and frequency as you monitor for signs of improvement in stool formation; discontinue this diet once it returns to normal; otherwise consult a vet. If symptoms continue persisting beyond these options.
Chicken Broth
If you want to give your dog’s bland diet for diarrhea and vomiting a bit of flavor, chicken broth is an ideal solution. But be wary of store-bought varieties; many contain onion and garlic which can be harmful. Opt instead for low-sodium chicken broth such as Brutus Daily Dish for best results.
White potatoes can also be an ideal remedy for diarrhea as they provide energy without overstraining an already distressed digestive tract. Just make sure that they’re cooked before giving to your dog as raw potatoes may contain solanine which is toxic to canines and should always be heated first before being served to your animal friend.
Once your dog’s symptoms of nausea and diarrhea have subsided, slowly introduce their regular dog food back into their diet. Doing this gradually is key as overeating can worsen stomach conditions; start off by offering small portions every two or three hours, gradually increasing portion sizes while decreasing frequency over time.
