Our pets are our lifelong companions, to help us not feel alone when we need a few lick kisses or cuddled up on the couch watching our favorite movie.
Whether you have had your pup for a few months or a few years, some of our fur babies can have sensitive stomach issues that we have to address to help make them feel more comfortable.
Because who wants to live your life with stomach issues?
In this blog article I break down what causes stomach issues, and how to help your pup conquer these irritable stomach pains through the foods they consume.
So, What Are These Stomach Issues Called?
There are quite a few different medical terms related to this very issue.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis (Inflammation of the Colon)
- Gastroenteritis (Infection of the Digestive System)
- Pancreatitis (Inflammation of the Pancreas – Organ Involved in Fat Digestion)
These can give dogs more issues that begin causing external complications such as allergies, excessive itching, loss of fur, and more.
Consulting with a vet about these symptoms can help get your pup back on a road to recovery, and one that is less painfully irritating.
Homemade Dog Food for Sensitive Stomachs
Your vet may discuss changing their food diet, giving them, some recommended food that helps relieve this issue.
However, with prices spiking and costs are inflating through the roof, affording special made dog food can be hurting your budget.
Now don’t worry, there are still more options you have such as making your own. Cost effective, and able to make bulk amounts to hold your pup over for weeks can help your budget in the long run.
Homemade dog food for your pup can relieve their symptoms but if symptoms persist you should probably consult with your vet of any other possible underlying issues.
What To Look for When Making Homemade Dog Food?
- Easy to process diet that has moderate fat content, to help the digestive process work better.
- Small ingredients list, to help find what main ingredient is bothering your pup’s tummy.
- Single protein source diet.
- Grain-Free, grain is known to bother many dog breeds’ stomachs.
- Minimally processed foods, with little to no artificial flavoring.
- Nutritional foods to give you pup what they need in acceptable amounts.
Homemade Dog Food Recipes to Try
Below is a list of dog recipes with ingredient lists, with a link to find the full recipe to make for your fur baby.
Always consult with your vet before feeding your doggo homemade meals, to help create a safe and efficient list of foods for their diet plan.
These recipes contain measurements by the lb., I included an image for a measuring guide based on how much your pup weighs.
With the section for grains, this is referring to brown rice, which have nutrition, and are safe for pups with sensitive stomachs.
If you want to be sure, consult with your vet before moving forward.
- Zoey’s Favorite Fully Balanced Gourmet Dinner
- 3/4 cup brown rice
- 1 1/4 cup chopped raw chicken
- 1/4 cup chopped zucchini
- 1/4 cup steamed broccoli
- 1/4 cup steamed mashed sweet potato
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of virgin olive oil
- Vitamin and mineral supplement
- Enzyme supplement
- Homemade Hamburger Meal
- 1 cup of hamburger meat
- 1 tbsp of canola oil
- 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 2 tbsp of cottage cheese
- 3 tbsp of carrots
- 3 tbsp of beans
- Chicken with Mashed Potatoes
- 1 1/2 tbsp of cottage cheese
- 1/2 lb. of minced chicken meat
- 1/2 cup of grated carrots
- 1 cup of mashed potatoes
- Homemade Dog Food – Sensitive Tummies
- 2 lbs. uncooked brown rice
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup to 1 cup of sunflower oil
- salt
- 2 cans of string beans
- 1 lb. of carrots
- 6 pounds of boneless chicken
- 1 to 2 lbs. of yams
- 1 to 2 cans of pumpkin
These are great options and offer healthy nutritional packed foods for your pup, be sure to check the links for full recipe.
Homemade Dog Treats for Sensitive Tummies
Now how about a treat?
Your pet must love their favorite snacks, and just like us humans, they enjoy it after their meal or throughout the day.
Below I have included a few homemade dog treats that are safe for fur baby with sensitive stomachs.
- Healthy Dog Biscuit Recipe
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp. of dry milk
- 1/4 tsp of sea salt
- 2 1/2 cups of brown rice flour (labeled gluten free)
- 1 tsp dried parsley (optional)
- water
- Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit
- 2 1/3 cup brown rice flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- Pinch of salt
- DIY Tummy Soothing Dog Treat
- 1/2 cup flaxseed meal
- 1/3 cup canned pumpkin
- 6 tbsp coconut flour
- 6 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- Peanut Butter Oatmeal Dog Treats
- 1/4 cup drippy peanut butter (all natural)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 heaping tbsp of grated carrots
- 1 cup of oat flour
- 1 tsp of flax seed
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt (optional)
There are many treats available for your companion, and they are wonderful for sensitive tummies.
For more recipes there are plenty available on Google, Pinterest, TikTok, and more search result platforms.
Keep your pup happy and healthy!