Here's What You Need To Know About Your Dog's Digestive System Problems

The occasional tummy upset is never a good thing for our dogs. But what happens when these problems refuse to go away? That’s when a vet might start looking for issues like gastrointestinal upset.

What Are Its Symptoms?

Gastrointestinal diseases manifest all sorts of symptoms, making it hard to pin down. Here are some common ones:

1. Vomiting.

2. Excessive flatulence and gas.

3. Appetite loss.

4. Swallowing difficulties.

5. Diarrhea.

6. Constipation.

Where Does This Come From?

Considering just how complicated and varied a dog’s digestive system and diet is, there’s no real way of pinning down. This makes getting an accurate diagnosis incredibly hard, as a vet will often have to test all the organs involved in the digestive system.

That said, here are some common culprits:

1. Trauma.

2. Diet changes.

3. Allergies.

4. Ingested toxins.

5. Foreign objects.

6. Viruses or bacteria.

7. Parasites.

8. Medications.

9. An unhealthy eating habit or style.

How Can This Be Fixed?

First, your vet will have to determine what exactly is the cause. Assuming a cause isn’t immediately apparent or life-threatening, they may initially attempt to do food or medicine management. From there, treatments will increase in aggressiveness based on the diagnosis and what’s necessary.

At the end of the day, it’s best to consult and talk to your vet about what is best for your dog.

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