My Vet says my dog has a pancreas problem and he put her on ID food that you can only get at the Vet's office, it's to costly for me and I would like to put her on something else. The Vet said I could get anything that is made for a sensitive stomach. She isn't to have anything anymore, besides dog food, her treats also are to be for sensitive stomachs.There are so many out there, which do I choose? I would also like to put my other dog on the same food. I can't afford to buy two different kinds all the time. Hope someone can give me a suggestion. Don't know if this matters but, I want small bits, otherwise she throws up. She is about 75 pounds. Thank you to for helping..
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2006-11-24 18:17:36 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Your local pet supply shop will help you with that. Solid Gold and Wysong make good kibbles for sensitive stomachs, and I think Wellness has a formula for it too..Just ask which ones your local shop carries, as it needs to be one close and handy for you.
I have several large dogs, and really keep track of costs..I have found that i actually save quite a bit by feeding the premium brands, as dog eat less, and waste (poop) less, and need less vet care, especially in old age..It costs more per bag, but less per month..
2006-11-24 18:27:26 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your dog should be eating prescription I/D food, made by Hill's. I'm surprised they didn't offer this already and went right to the Famotidine. I/D dog food is a food formulated for dogs with gastrointestinal disorders. I have put all my cats and dogs on I/D for the first few months of their lives after switching to adult food, if they come down with bouts of stomach upset, vomit and diarreah. I/D is highly digestible. You should mix it into the current food, until you can slowly switch over. Good luck, I hope your dog feels better! Also, try to feed him one or two UNSALTED saltines before bedtime, so that in the morning, his stomach is not empty, which will also prevent him from regurgitating stomach acid that has built up overnight.
2016-03-12 23:04:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear your dog isn't well.
I have found Royal Canin (available widely here in Australia from various outlets) covers just about any problem/condition/requirement for dogs (and cats).
Ask your vet if home cooked food will be okay.
One of my dogs couldn't have any processed (or commercial pet) food so I had to cook for her. I used to make her a weeks worth of food and split it into daily portions and freeze it.
The basic recipe was:
I kg chicken ( I used to get casserole pieces so the weight was a bit extra to allow for the bones)
Cook in enough water to cover. When cooked, bone chicken and return meat to the cooking water.
Add 500 gm mixed frozen veges, 2 cups rice, 500 gm pasta.
Cook up until rice and noodles are cooked.
I started this for my dog when she was about 9 years old and I had to have her euthanized at 16 because of a stroke. She was a poodle/heeler cross and was a medium sized dog. This food was okayed by vet as it had everything she needed in it. This goes back 15 years and there wasn't any viable alternative.
2006-11-24 19:25:03 · answer #3 · answered by Feline Female 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apparently Hills ID diet (turkey and rice) is the best for sensitive diet. I too, have a dog with a very sensitive stomach, including IBD. We tried him on many kinds of diet, including salmon and rice which is supposed to work well (but it made him terribly sick, several times, all over the house; poor guy).
SO... we solved the problem. We put him on Natural Health Vegetarian dog food. No bi-products, or anything. It's vet approved, and completely healthy for him. And guess what? Since he's been on it, NO problems. This is after months and months of experimenting, trying to get him better.
I know people don't agree with it, but it's scientifically proven, and even eliminates certain kinds of cancers. Also, my dog is 16lbs, and has trouble with big food, so this small kibbles work well.
Bottom line, you just have to try around until you find something that works for you dog; which is... costly. You can try making your own food (which grossly backfired on poor Charlie). But it's worked for other owners, and saved them money.
Look for food with no animal bi-products (parts you wouldn't dare eat of an animal), and that doesn't have a lot of corn bi-product in it.
Last, I found my dog can't handle certain meats, such as chicken and beef. That was a painful process of eilimination, but now we know!
The hardest part is sticking to their diet, as it's so tempting for me at least to spoil my Charlie with treats, and try to change up his food.
Good luck!
2006-11-24 18:33:52 · answer #4 · answered by rocksnobb 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If she has a problem with her pancreas then she needs a very low fat food, preferably with high fiber. I believe most foods like this are only available from vets though. Royal Canin and Hill's both have one...you might want to check their websites to see if you can buy them without a prescription.
2006-11-24 18:33:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Science Diet, Pro Plan, Nutro Pet Food......These all make dog food for sensitive stomachs. Natural Choice Biscuits are for senstive stomachs, you may also consider making your own dog treats...Its really easy and you'll know what she's getting.
2006-11-24 18:25:10 · answer #6 · answered by Mary J 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My dog has the same problem... I feed her puppy chow with motheers milk... i have four dogs and dont want to buy different kinds.... the other dogs eat it as well... I just limit them according to breeds..
2006-11-24 19:14:01 · answer #7 · answered by wherenai 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Natural Balance is a great brand. Costs more, but worth it.
2006-11-24 18:26:14 · answer #8 · answered by Bestie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Did you the really small food . maybe feed her little several times a day. just a idea
2006-11-24 18:21:58 · answer #9 · answered by tootsie6786 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think your vet is the best person to turn to on this one.
2006-11-24 18:23:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋