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Dog
Flatulence - does your dog "fart" and would
you like to help him or her reduce that flatulence problem?
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You
love your dog - who doesn't. But if you dog does have a spot
of flatulence you'll know it can be embarrasing as well as
rather smelly! Read on for information and tips that can help
to reduce your dog's flatulence.
What
follows is general (but detailed) information on dog flatulence. See
also additional information by using the links to other pages on this
site from the navigation bar to the left.
All
dogs can have a touch of excessive wind from time to time.
Just like us humans do. And when a dog has wind, he gets rid
of it in the same way us humans do. Yes – dogs get flatulence
and (in the politest possible way) blow it out their ass or
fart to relive themselves of it. Again – just like us humans
do.
When
your beloved dog does suffer from a touch of flatulence you’ll
be sure to know about it not only by the sound of that “fart”
but also by the unmistakable aroma. Oh boy, it stinks! While
you may be able to handle that while out for a walk with your
pooch or by a quick blast of air freshener at home, your dog’s
flatulence can be a touch embarrassing if it happens when
you’re with friends, in the car and similar. Even if it’s
not embarrassing or your comfortable with it, your dog may
not be.
There
are things you can do to ease your dog’s flatulence and make
your prized pet healthier and happier. What follows is general
help and advice relating to dog flatulence for informational
purposes. If and you are in any doubt about your dog’s health
then please consider consulting your vet.
Causes
of dog flatulence
Flatulence
is basically the accumulation of gas in the gastrointestinal
tract. The breakdown of bacteria during normal digestion when
can cause this naturally. Any dog can suffer from it do differing
degrees – some may get excessive flatulence. If your dog’s
flatulence does become prolonged or excessive, consult your
vet.
Some
common causes of dog flatulence are food or diet related.
For example:
How
can you combat dog flatulence
There’s
more than one way to skin a cat – I mean there’s more than
one way to help your dog out if he has a bit of a wind problem.
Give
him the best quality dog food you can. Perhaps a recognised,
named brand rather than the “generic.” Same goes for kibble
– only the best. Your dog will feel the better for it.
Think
about it for a moment – if you eat a nice steak and a few
trimmings, don’t you feel better than if you’d stopped at
the services on the motorway somewhere. Translate the same
to feeding your dog. Give him the best dog food you can. Do
your research and buy the type of food recommended for the
particular breed and age of dog you own.
Don’t
give him food you know has a reasonable chance of triggering
a “wind problem.” We all know what that means.....!
Some
dogs (my old greyhound used to love this one - that's her
at the top of the page) enjoy a spoonful of natural yoghurt
as a little treat after their dinner. This can aid digestion
and reduce the risk of flatulence.
If
you dog does “wolf” his food he’ll be swallowing
air as well as his dinner. Get ready for a gas outbreak! Try
feeding him on a “little and often” basis –
the same amount of food as he’d normally have in a day
but spread it out a bit. Instead of feeding your dog 1 or
2 portions of food per day, divide the daily ration into smaller
portions and feed the dog more frequently.
Cut
out or drastically reduce those little treats and leftovers
from your dinner. If he gets bloated, you know what’ll happen……..!
Sure – it’s hard to resist throwing him an extra piece of
doggie chocolate or sneak him a bit of meat from your plate
when he comes begging, but resist if you can. Your boy (or
girl) will have less chance of a “wind episode.”
Walkies!
It’s your dog’s favourite word. Man, how he knows what it
means. Take your dog for regular exercise. He needs it anyway
and it’ll help to keep his “insides” healthy as well thus
aid digestion in general and reduce flatulence. And while
you’re out on your walk, there’s a better chance that any
gas build up will find a way out “naturally” and it’ll be
gone before you get home.
You’ll
never completely cut out flatulence on your dog. Well, do
you think you’ll never get the odd bit of excess wind – of
course you will. And it’s the same for your dog. That said,
what you’ve read here should help to reduce your dog’s flatulence
and those “nasty smells.” Plus your doggie might just feel
all the better for it.
In
closing – at all times have the best interests of your
dog at heart. Consult a vet immediately if you have cause
to think your dog is unwell, suffering and requires professional
attention.
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