What Should I Feed My Dog With a Sensitive Stomach?

Certain ingredients can be easier to digest and can provide useful nutrients while being gentle on your dog's digestive system.

In this guide, we’re breaking down 6 gut-friendly ingredients for dogs that you can consider when preparing home-cooked meals or choosing a complete dry dog food.

1. Salmon 

Salmon is a highly nutritious protein source that can be a good option for some dogs with sensitive digestion.

It provides high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which support your dog's overall health, including skin and coat health.

For pet parents looking for dog food for sensitive stomachs, salmon can be an ingredient worth considering.

Why include salmon?

• High-quality animal protein
  
• Provides omega-3 fatty acids
  
• Nutrient-dense
  
• Can be a good alternative protein for some dogs

Duck is another animal protein that can be useful when you're looking to add variety to your dog's diet.

Some dogs do better with alternative protein sources rather than eating the same protein every day.

Duck provides protein along with other essential nutrients, making it an ingredient to look for when choosing gentle dog food for sensitive stomachs.

Turkey is a lean animal protein that can work well in a balanced diet for many dogs.

It's a particularly useful ingredient for pet parents searching for easily digestible protein for dogs.

When preparing turkey at home, keep it simple.

Yes, dogs can eat oatmeal!

Plain, properly cooked oatmeal can provide soluble fibre, which can support normal digestive function.

It can be particularly useful as part of a balanced diet when combined with an appropriate animal protein and other nutrients.

If you're giving oatmeal to your dog:

And remember: oatmeal should be one component of a balanced diet, not the main ingredient.

Pumpkin is one of the most popular ingredients among pet parents looking for ways to support their dog's digestion.

Why?

Fibre.

Pumpkin contains fibre that can help support normal bowel function. That's why you'll often see pumpkin recommended as a food ingredient for dogs experiencing occasional digestive irregularities.

Bone broth can be a useful way to add moisture and flavour to your dog's meal.

It can also make food more appealing for dogs who aren't particularly interested in dry food.

Home-Cooked or Dry Food: What Should You Choose?

If you prepare your dog's meals at home, these ingredients can be included as part of a properly balanced diet.

Looking for a dry food with these ingredients?

If you're looking for a complete dry dog food for sensitive digestion, look for a recipe that combines quality animal proteins with gentle, functional ingredients.

One option is Bruno’s Sunburn – Duck, Turkey & Salmon, which contains duck, turkey, salmon and pumpkin, along with brown rice, chicory, flaxseed and other functional ingredients. The recipe is also formulated with prebiotic sources such as FOS, inulin and MOS to support digestive health.