{"id":4430,"date":"2019-01-09T16:56:29","date_gmt":"2019-01-09T22:56:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamondcarepetfood.com\/?p=1156"},"modified":"2025-07-10T15:47:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T20:47:51","slug":"is-it-a-sensitive-stomach-or-something-more-serious","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/health\/sensitive-stomach\/is-it-a-sensitive-stomach-or-something-more-serious\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It a Sensitive Stomach or Something More Serious"},"content":{"rendered":"

An occasional episode of vomiting or diarrhea is fairly common in dogs. Based on pet health insurance claims, upset stomach and diarrhea are among the 10 most common medical conditions of dogs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Seeing your dog vomit or pass loose stools can be distressing. But vomiting and diarrhea also aren\u2019t necessarily bad. They\u2019re actually defensive measures that protect the body from potential harm.<\/p>\n

As a pet parent, how do you know if your dog\u2019s tummy troubles are signs of a sensitive stomach or something more serious? Here\u2019s what every dog owner needs to consider when stomach upset occurs.<\/p>\n

Is it a sensitive stomach?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Occasional stomach or intestinal upset in a healthy dog isn\u2019t cause for worry, especially if the dog ate something unusual or indigestible \u2014 what veterinarians call \u201cdietary indiscretion.\u201d If your dog has frequent episodes of unexplained vomiting, diarrhea or gas that resolve quickly, he or she may have a sensitive stomach<\/a>. These dogs\u2019 stomachs can\u2019t handle a lot of variety in their food or treats.<\/p>\n

If your dog has a sensitive stomach, here\u2019s what you can do to help your dog\u2019s digestive system run smoothly.<\/p>\n

Feed a quality, highly digestible food formulated for a sensitive digestive system.<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Your dog\u2019s diet has a significant influence on his or her gastrointestinal (GI) health. A dog food made from a limited number of quality, highly digestible ingredients can be easier for your dog\u2019s digestive system to process. Foods formulated for dogs with sensitive stomachs<\/a>, such as Diamond CARE Sensitive Stomach Formula<\/a> for Adult Dogs, also have moderate amounts of fat and a balance of soluble and insoluble fibers.<\/p>\n

Be consistent with the food and treats that you feed.<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Any change in nutrition can irritate a dog\u2019s digestive system. If you and your veterinarian determine that a diet change is appropriate, you\u2019ll want to switch food gradually, over the course of 10 to 14 days. A sudden change-up may cause more GI upset than you\u2019re trying to relieve.<\/p>\n

Watch what your dog eats.<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

When your dog has a sensitive stomach, you must think about the food you feed and<\/em> the treats you give<\/a>. You may need to stop giving food treats altogether or only cut out table scraps. And keep a watchful eye on your dog to ensure he or she doesn\u2019t eat garbage, spoiled food or anything questionable.<\/p>\n

Are your dog\u2019s tummy troubles a sign of something more serious?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Yes, vomiting and diarrhea can be signs of serious health problems. These may include pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), foreign body obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, food allergy or even cancer. Answers to three questions can guide your decision to seek immediate veterinary care:<\/p>\n