I have a one-year-old Shar-Pei. He has frequent gas that can clear a room. He eats organic, grain-free dog food. Perhaps the high meat content is a cause. Other than switching his food, how can we control his gas problem?
2006-06-28 02:20:50 · 14 answers · asked by JobYouDeserve.com 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I forgot to mention that I've tried Beano, and my vet said there's nothing I can do...
2006-06-28 02:24:30 · update #1
You need to change the food. I have a 2 yr old Boxer and let me tell you, he's nasty. My Dane (who I had first) was eating Eukenuba and loved it. When I got my Boxer, he started eating it too, and I swear, it smelled like he took a Sh** in the house. Anyway, someone told me that the expensive/rich foods cause gas. So I switched to Purina One and its soooo much better.
Also, it you want a good laugh, get a kids book called "Walter the farting dog". Its so true...
2006-06-28 02:28:48 · answer #1 · answered by lkhbhurnje 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you hold his nose he won't smell anymore.
Well seriously I would encourage you to bring your pup to the vet and do research on this particular breed to see if they have specific dietary needs. Also contact a Rescue for Shar-Peis. Many specific breed resucers know more about that breed than many others. Or even contact a breeder of Shar-Peis.
2006-06-28 02:31:52 · answer #2 · answered by Erica, AKA Stretch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually poor quality food produces more gas. Feed a premium quality food, it is better for your dogs over all health, skin and fur anyway. Some of the best brands include; California Natural, solid Gold, Innova and Merrick.
2006-06-28 02:26:04 · answer #3 · answered by Stick to Pet Rocks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
High meat contant is what you want in a dog food. Sounds like he is having a problem with the other ingredients in the food. Try changing to another brand.
2006-06-28 02:38:54 · answer #4 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The food is the problem!! My dog had the same trouble. Ask your vet and they will tell you to change the food. Unless you are feeding it meat with the food. That could be it.
2006-06-28 03:34:57 · answer #5 · answered by pug 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try giving him Beano in his food. The food is the cause of the problem. Been there, done that!
2006-06-28 02:22:31 · answer #6 · answered by bad_bob_69 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that if you give your dog some yogurt it will take care of the problem. However I use Purina One and my dog is gas free.
2006-06-28 02:45:30 · answer #7 · answered by dedodo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a collie who had this problem. It is just a matter of trying different brands of food until you find one that agrees better. Have you tried lamb and rice?
2006-06-28 02:26:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without changing the dogs diet there is not much you can do but keep the dog outside. Sorry, diet is the key.
2006-06-28 02:24:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must be feeding him some food or treat that has milk/lactose in it. That's cause's gas.
2006-06-28 02:52:15 · answer #10 · answered by day by day 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋