If you are happy with your current dog food formula and changing because of age or medical reasons, then look for another food that contains similar ingredients. Switching to a food that's similar to the one your dog is already used to will make the transition easier.
How long does it take for a dog's stomach to adjust to new food?
Any time you decide to change your dog's food, you should transition to the new diet gradually in order to give your dog's system time to adjust to the change. Ideally, these transitions should happen over 5-7 days.
How long will a dog be sick after switching food?
Vomiting once or twice is normal for a dog transitioning to fresh food, but you should take your dog to the vet if vomiting is persistent, severe, and lasts longer than three days.
Why does my dog get sick when I change his food?
Sudden Food Changes. Switching your dog's diet quickly can cause changes to the gastrointestinal flora (bacteria and other microorganisms) which commonly cause diarrhea and occasionally also vomiting in dogs.
How do you transition a sensitive dog to a new food?
Make a gradual change Start by feeding three parts of the current diet mixed with one part of the new diet. Over the next few days, gradually mix in more of the new diet and less of the current diet until your dog is eating only the new diet at the end of the transition period.
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