Dog Diarrhea from Switching Foods: Quick Solutions!

What to Do When Your Dog Develops Diarrhea After Changing Dog Food?

1. Begin by examining the quality of the dog food. While China has stringent regulations on imported pet food, the vast demand has unfortunately led to some unscrupulous merchants selling counterfeit products for profit. Therefore, when purchasing imported dog food, be sure to verify the brand and be cautious to avoid falling victim to fraud.

2. Some dog foods on the market are overly rich in oil, and certain dogs may not have developed the ability to digest fats properly, leading to diarrhea. If you wish to feed your dog a longterm diet, opt for natural and organic foods that are easier on their stomachs.

3. When transitioning your dog to a new food, it's important to do so gradually. Mix the new food with the old food in a proportionate manner, starting with 25% new food for the first two days, 50% new food on the third and fourth days, 75% new food on the fifth and sixth days, and 100% new food by the seventh day. Throughout this process, closely monitor your dog's response to the new food and adjust the amount accordingly.

4. Many old dog food brands contain probiotics, which can cause digestive discomfort when your dog switches to a new food. As a pet owner, you can add some probiotics to the new food to help soothe your dog's digestive system.

5. It's recommended that puppies under two months old should not consume dry kibble. Instead, they can be given easiertodigest foods like goat's milk powder. As the puppy grows, introduce wet dog food, and by the time they are four to five months old, gradually switch to appropriate dry kibble, rather than feeding them all at once.

6. Important Tips: Feed your puppy on a regular schedule, at the same time and place each day. Avoid leaving out large bowls of food, as this can lead to overeating and digestive issues. Remove the food once your dog is about 80% full to prevent diarrhea and constipation.

Pet Doctor's Tip: For more information on why puppies may have diarrhea, click here to read "What Causes Diarrhea in TwoMonthOld Puppies?"