KEEPING YOUR DOG'S GUT HEALTH IN CHECK

5 Tips for Keeping Your Dog's Gut Health in Check

For all of us pet owners, our dogs are like family. And just like taking care of our own health, it’s important to make sure we’re giving our furry friends the best care possible. A key part of that is understanding the importance of gut health in dogs and how to maintain it.

These 5 tips will help you as well as reading the book “Give Your Dog a Bone” by Dr Ian Billinghurst

Let’s dive into five tips on how to keep your pup happy and healthy from the inside out!

Know What You Feed Them

It may seem obvious, but what you feed your dog has a direct impact on their gut health. There are so many treats, food varieties, and supplements available for pets these days that it can be hard to know what’s best for them. Do your research and provide an appropriate diet with high-quality ingredients. If you have questions or concerns about what your pup should eat, don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Regular Exercise

Just like humans, exercise helps keep a dog's metabolism running properly and helps keep their digestive tract moving regularly. Aim for at least 30 minutes of activity every day; this could mean playtime indoors or a walk around the neighbourhood! Both aerobic exercises and regular stretching can help improve your pup's overall digestion system and gut health.

Give Them Probiotics

Probiotics for dogs contain beneficial bacteria cultures that aid digestion by helping break down food more efficiently in the stomach and intestines. This can result in less gas as well as improved stool consistency—a sign that their digestive system is functioning optimally! Dogs will benefit greatly from them!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Supplements

Supplements are another great way to boost a dog's gut health. These can include omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil), fibre-rich foods (like pumpkin or sweet potato), prebiotics (which help nourish existing beneficial bacteria in the gut), or green tea extract (which has been linked to improved digestion).

Monitor Their Bathroom Habits

A big indicator of good gut health is how well a dog poops! Keep an eye on their bowel movements—are they regular? Are they firm? Are there any changes? Monitoring these habits will give you insight into what might be going on inside their belly—and let you know when something might be off balance so you can make adjustments accordingly! 

Maintaining good gut health in dogs isn’t rocket science; it just takes some extra effort from us pet owners! While every pup is different and may need different forms of care when it comes to maintaining optimal intestinal health, following these five tips should help get them started on the right foot—or paw—towards achieving proper nutrition and digestion!

Bonus Tip

I really suggest you start with a book by Dr Ian Billinghurst who has been helping animals stay healthy since 1966. (Give Your Dog a Bone)