2006-12-10 09:55:40 · 9 answers · asked by nik 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Bosties are famous for this! and it used to be hopeless, as there wasn't such a great choice of quality kibbles available.
Don't feed any kibble or canned food with corn, soy, or beet pulp. all of these cause excessive gas, especially in a Bostie, Bulldog, Pug or Boxer..
If, after changing feed, there is still a smaller problem, then a spoon of plain yogurt on the kibble will aid in complete digestion..
I don't think you will find a dog food without those ingredients at the grocer's, but only at pet supply shops.It is well worth it, and the best investment you can make for a healthy, and sweeter smelling future.
2006-12-10 10:06:43 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What food is s/he on? Try switching to a better quality kibble, something not Iams, Eukanuba, Purina, etc. (If you can find it at a grocery store, dont buy it)
There are a lot of benefits to feeding a better quality food: they digest more of it, meaning less gas, more firmer of a poop, the less they eat because the food is not filled with by-products and undigestables and it fills them up better. And when they eat less, you buy food less often, saving you money!
If the dog is getting a lot of fruits and vegetables, limit their intake, as it can cause gas. If you think it could be something medical causing gas, talk to your vet.
2006-12-10 18:05:33 · answer #2 · answered by Carrey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change the food.
I suggest feeding a quality food like Wellness, Innova or Artemis.
The only time my girls get gas is when they sneak some catfood out of the cat's bowl. NASTY!
Otherwise, the quality food is much more digestible which means less gas and less waste.
2006-12-10 17:59:50 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a Rotty with the same problem and my vet suggested changing her food. Not all at once, but mix the old with the new over several days and slowly change to the new. You may want to try a small bag. You may have to do this more than once, if he/she has problems with more that one brand.
2006-12-10 18:02:18 · answer #4 · answered by Griffy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change it's diet. Go with something healthy that has meat as it's main ingredients. Not corn. Avoid foods with corn, soy, wheat and by-products.
My dogs are on Natural Balance but some other good brands are Wellness, Innova, and Canidae.
Good luck.
2006-12-10 18:01:34 · answer #5 · answered by KJ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My Boston does not have a problem, he is 9 months old and eats puppy chow and Ia-ms doggie bones with no artificial coloring. He eats a couple of bites of toast with real butter with me every morning. Good luck!
2006-12-10 18:03:53 · answer #6 · answered by butterfly 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you go to a pet store you can buy a anti gas suppliment. it works on my boston terrier.
2006-12-10 18:07:26 · answer #7 · answered by Joel B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to your vet your dog could have some intestinal problems.try changing brands of food and completly avoid table scraps.
2006-12-10 17:59:56 · answer #8 · answered by amanda w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh boy. I thought this was isolated. My cousin has one who has the same problem. Well, SHE has a problem - the dog doesn't seem to mind at all :)
2006-12-10 17:59:51 · answer #9 · answered by blue.green_eyes 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋