I have an 11yr old Lab and she stinky, i cant stand it anymore she just keeps them coming.
2007-04-15 02:35:22 · 21 answers · asked by JD 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Chili? didnt get that one????
2007-04-15 02:42:21 · update #1
I dont feed her human food ever, she gets natures own, it has vegies in it and half dry food, she does have raw hide bone alot though. she's in perfect health too and with her age she gets regular vet visit.
2007-04-15 02:45:49 · update #2
Hey
I've got a 13 year old cocker spanial. She had similar problems.
There could be numerous causes.
1) diet. Our vet recommend we feed her only boiled rice, peas, corn, raw chicken (wings, drumsticks). No fatty foods.
2) Weakened stomach. My dog has to take human enzymes mixed in with her rice. Dogs get old- their body starts giving up. These are expensive, and we got them mainly because she had runny poo. You might not have this problem.
take your dog to the vet: thats probably the best advice you'll get here.
2007-04-15 02:40:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dog flatulence is by far the worst smell ever. Your dog's diet has a lot to do with the frequent farts. Take a look at what you are feeding her. Does she get table scraps? Some human foods don't digest very well for dogs, and can cause "vapors". Don't forget to feed your dog QUALITY food.
(Perferably dry dog food.)Just make sure the dog food you give her doesn't have corn products as fillers. Quality kibble will also reduce the amount of waste product, or poop, and less smelly ones too. If that doesn't work you can try adding a teaspoon of low-fat yogurt with each meal. This works because of the bacterial cultures in yogurt. If all else fails, it may be time for a check-up. you should take your dog in for vetinary check-ups anyway. Your dog's well...
anal glands may be the problem. "Impacted anal glands cause noxious odors and discomfort. It is a good idea to have them checked every time you are at the vet. Your groomer can also help you with that problem. Just have him/her check it for you. If this is the problem you can have your vet or groomer show you how to express the gland at home on your own. (What fun!) Well, good luck.
By the way I got most of this information from:
http://dogs.about.com/cs/generalcare/a/flatulence.htm. ( Just in case you need some more info.)
2007-04-15 09:59:58 · answer #2 · answered by Alex S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Likely it's the food you feed.. A good quality natural diet, without corns and grains, is likely to help. Check the ingredients on your dogfood bag, it will likely give you insight as to why she is clearing out the room :)
Try giving her some plain yogurt morning and night.. Get any kind that is low fat and has 2 kinds of live bacterial cultures... It's going to help to build good bacteria in the gut... necessary for proper digestion of foods.
2007-04-15 09:42:35 · answer #3 · answered by DP 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With older dogs, it is typically a sign that their food is no longer being digested properly.. but switching foods suddenly can also be difficult for their digestive systems to handle.. gradually switching to a higher quality food specifically designed for older dogs will probably help.
Try mixing a bag of what you are using now with the new kind, instead of going straight from one to the next.
2007-04-15 09:42:38 · answer #4 · answered by lost_but_not_hopeless 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little bit of plain low-fat yogurt in the food can introduce beneficial bacteria into the system that can help reduce gas. This was the advice that my vet gave me when I said that my lurcher was really farty and it does work.
2007-04-15 14:42:59 · answer #5 · answered by greeneyedhawk81 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't feed her human food. Make sure to keep feeding her dog food, and a brand that wont make her fart. Dogs eating human food gives them the smellies.
2007-04-15 09:38:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beano(gas pills) is safe for short term usage. Change your doggies diet to exclude any type of corn or flavor enhancers. A spoonful of plain fat free yogurt on her food will ease the gas and renew her digestive "flora".
2007-04-15 09:50:48 · answer #7 · answered by bomullock 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change the dog food that you are feeding it and stay away from human food.
2007-04-15 09:43:56 · answer #8 · answered by swhwmw98 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nature's Own food is well known for this!! Try feeding her completely on dried food. Its definitely a diet thing!!
2007-04-15 10:22:34 · answer #9 · answered by Strawberry 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Either she has a medical problem, in which case you should take her to a vet to find out , or whatever it is you put into her mouth that is making excess gases . So, take your pick. It's no biggy , just quit blaming the dog. YOU are feeding her, so she will react accordingly.
2007-04-15 09:43:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋