How Can I Get Rid Of My Dog’s Gas?

They not only annoy and stink, they may also indicate a health problem in your pet. It should not be underestimated the fact that the dog with gas has symptoms of incorrect feeding, an impulsive ingestion of food or even some illnesses. In this article, we’ll tell you what causes canine flatulence and how it can be prevented.

Gases in dogs: why?

We cannot make light of the fact that our dog gives off gas. It is true that this is an unpleasant topic, but it is necessary to pay attention to it. In most cases it is due to an intestinal problem, but it can also be caused by something serious, such as gastric torsion.

The accumulation of gases causes discomfort, as it also happens to people. The animal will have abdominal pain, will have no appetite, will release air through the anus and mouth, and it may suffer from abdominal stiffness and cramps.

The most common causes of flatulence in dogs are their diet and lifestyle. Some foods can cause slow and heavy digestion. Food stays longer in the body (especially in the intestine) and this can cause gas. Vegetables, for example, cause gas.

On the other hand, changes in diet, constant consumption of the same ration or excessive concentration of a certain component in your diet (especially carbohydrates and fiber) can contribute to flatulence.

And that’s not all, as pets that eat very fast ingest air, which facilitates the accumulation of gastric gases. This problem is more common in puppies (between 3 and 12 months), as they are very anxious when it comes to eating, especially in brachycephalics (with a flattened snout, such as a bulldog), because they cannot chew well due to the anatomy of their mouth.

Elderly dogs with breathing difficulties, heart disease or pulmonary edema are more likely to suffer from gas. At any age, it influences the type and intensity of physical activity. Animals need to exercise, or at least go for a walk every day. Otherwise, they may suffer not only from flatulence but also from obesity, anxiety, bad behavior, etc.

Other causes of gas in dogs are:

Dog with gas may be the change in intestinal flora

The bacterial pool must be in a certain balance, and can be affected by poor diet, exposure to toxic substances or antibiotics.

Dog with gas may have parasites 

They cause problems in the animal’s digestive system. In addition to gas, they cause vomiting, diarrhea and expulsion of roundworms in the feces.

pancreatic diseases

This organ is in charge of separating digestive enzymes and sending them to the small intestine. If there is a problem in the pancreas, the gases will be produced in an excessive way and with a bad odor.

Dog with gas: consequences and prevention

In addition to the unpleasant odor or noise they cause when releasing them from the body, there are other symptoms that show gas in pets. They are despondent, lacking in appetite and listless, and are likely to sleep on the floor to feel cold in their abdomens. They may also adopt a posture called “Mohammedan,” which includes keeping their hind legs raised and their front legs flat on the ground.

The dog may experience weight loss, diarrhea or vomiting if it has an accumulation of gas in its body. In more severe cases, cramps, tightness of the abdomen, stomach swelling or pain are common.

The good news is that canine flatulence is preventable. But how? By adopting a range of healthy eating habits. For example, if our pet has an intolerance to some food, it is necessary to avoid it and offer him a good quality food, which facilitates its digestion.

If the gases are produced because the animal eats too fast (with compulsion), then we recommend putting it in an adapted dish or pot, which has some special holes so that the dog has more work when it comes to bringing the food to its mouth. .

There are also options for brachycephalic dogs: dumplings with a special shape and size, making them chew longer and preventing them from sucking in air at the same time. For pets with respiratory, liver or intestinal problems, veterinarians advise specific treatments.

Before taking him to the doctor for gas, try to remember if he has eaten any food he doesn’t usually eat, see if he has any abdominal inflammation, and check how he feels. Maybe it’s just a passing ailment.