Do your pets fart? - Page 2

Lynn · 04-30-2010, 05:37 PM

I just took our stinky dog to the vet and talked about his nighttime gas, among other things. I posted earlier that he is diabetic and has other problems related to his age of 11 or 12.

Due to his diabetes, he is on a high fiber, high protein diet. The food we use is OK, it's not the most expensive food. The vet said that one thing that causes that gas is a poor fiber source. She recommends that the fiber ingredient in the food be beet fiber, not rice, as is most commonly used. She said the rice isn't digested as well. The dog is having his teeth cleaned soon, so she said not to make any changes right now--we want to be sure that his diabetes stays stable. But, I'm going to do some research in the meantime and see if we can find something affordable as well as appropriate. Will keep you informed.

Blaze · 04-30-2010, 06:02 PM

Our 2 Pits are very obvious with Gas!
Especially if we change foods. While at a dog show
we talked with a Nutro food specialist.
They recommended this brand.
Nutro® Natural Choice® Dog Food

Large Breed Adult

Formulated to provide 100% complete and balanced nutrition, for adult maintenance. Like all NATURAL CHOICE® products, this formula contains no ground yellow corn. We use highly digestible rice, chicken protein and high levels of linoleic acid for healthy skin and coat, and strong muscles. NATURAL CHOICE® Large Breed Adult Dog Food provides the premium nutrition your dog deserves for a healthy, happy and long life.

KEY PRODUCT BENEFITS

Formulated for dogs 50 pounds and over
Optimized protein & fat levels for large breeds
Balanced Calcium & Phosphorus for strong bones
Natural ingredients with added vitamins, minerals & taurine

Guaranteed to improve skin & coat*
Advanced antioxidants for a healthy immune system
Natural sources of Glucosamine & Chondroitin for healthy joints
Premium Nutrition. Superior Performance

And it has helped with the gas problem.
He said that the Glucosamine really helps Pits with the gas, and so far he has been right.

dixie · 04-30-2010, 07:04 PM

Bacardi, our almost 60lb fat cat has always been on a special diet to help digestion. And I'm not sure how he got so tubby because he is an extremely finicky eater. Unless of course he's raiding the fridge when we're all in bed. But his diet food does cause a few "slipups" but luckily they aren't too fragrant. However...

Butch, our 5 month old Boston Terrier, is a different story entirely. He normally eats a good diet of healthy puppy foods, but on occasion there are some in the household who can't get past those "poor puppy eyes" when he's begging for a bit of people food. For his "favorite" human meals, he gets a small dish (usually a few TBSPfuls) of either chili or stroganoff. Sheesh...might as well clear the house when that happens. And he makes it worse, because he seems to be a prankster. He will curl up on your pillow at night to love on you, then turn around real quick with his butt in your face and let it all out before you can get away. Afterwards he seems so pleased with himself. (I think the butch of the house and my 12 year old son are both teaching him bad habits...Aargh!!!!!!!! lol) Nothing worse than stinky puppy farts...blech...

cinnamongrrl · 10-31-2012, 02:12 PM

My lil dog Cricket farts all the friggin time

Most of the time they are audible and she at least has the decency to look embarassed...

04-30-2010, 05:37 PM	#1
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04-30-2010, 06:02 PM	#2
Blaze Senior Member How Do You Identify?: With my drivers Lic. Preferred Pronoun?: Gentleman.. Depends on the Situation. Relationship Status: Last Rodeo, what a ride, many sunrises & sunsets to be had... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: where a realtor had me sign the dotted line Posts: 1,901 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 6,466 Thanked 5,457 Times in 1,450 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Our 2 Pits are very obvious with Gas! Especially if we change foods. While at a dog show we talked with a Nutro food specialist. They recommended this brand. Nutro® Natural Choice® Dog Food Large Breed Adult Formulated to provide 100% complete and balanced nutrition, for adult maintenance. Like all NATURAL CHOICE® products, this formula contains no ground yellow corn. We use highly digestible rice, chicken protein and high levels of linoleic acid for healthy skin and coat, and strong muscles. NATURAL CHOICE® Large Breed Adult Dog Food provides the premium nutrition your dog deserves for a healthy, happy and long life. KEY PRODUCT BENEFITS Formulated for dogs 50 pounds and over Optimized protein & fat levels for large breeds Balanced Calcium & Phosphorus for strong bones Natural ingredients with added vitamins, minerals & taurine Guaranteed to improve skin & coat* Advanced antioxidants for a healthy immune system Natural sources of Glucosamine & Chondroitin for healthy joints Premium Nutrition. Superior Performance And it has helped with the gas problem. He said that the Glucosamine really helps Pits with the gas, and so far he has been right.

04-30-2010, 07:04 PM	#3
dixie Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: I usually just poke it with a stick. Preferred Pronoun?: Bitch Relationship Status: Intertwined deeply Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: We're all a little mad here. Posts: 6,627 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 10,972 Thanked 21,383 Times in 4,808 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	Bacardi, our almost 60lb fat cat has always been on a special diet to help digestion. And I'm not sure how he got so tubby because he is an extremely finicky eater. Unless of course he's raiding the fridge when we're all in bed. But his diet food does cause a few "slipups" but luckily they aren't too fragrant. However... Butch, our 5 month old Boston Terrier, is a different story entirely. He normally eats a good diet of healthy puppy foods, but on occasion there are some in the household who can't get past those "poor puppy eyes" when he's begging for a bit of people food. For his "favorite" human meals, he gets a small dish (usually a few TBSPfuls) of either chili or stroganoff. Sheesh...might as well clear the house when that happens. And he makes it worse, because he seems to be a prankster. He will curl up on your pillow at night to love on you, then turn around real quick with his butt in your face and let it all out before you can get away. Afterwards he seems so pleased with himself. (I think the butch of the house and my 12 year old son are both teaching him bad habits...Aargh!!!!!!!! lol) Nothing worse than stinky puppy farts...blech...

10-31-2012, 02:12 PM	#4
cinnamongrrl Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: cleverly disguised as a responsible adult* Preferred Pronoun?: wild woman Relationship Status: No, thank you. Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Home in NC..gonna dig in like a tick this time… Posts: 7,660 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 15,225 Thanked 27,595 Times in 6,955 Posts Rep Power: 21474859	My lil dog Cricket farts all the friggin time Most of the time they are audible and she at least has the decency to look embarassed...