A healthy dog should be able to switch foods cold turkey with minimal digestive upset. All three of my dogs eat a homemade raw diet and get something different at each meal, none have any issues. 24 янв. 2013 г.
What happens if you switch a dog's food too fast?
Switching your dog's food abruptly can cause gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting, diarrhea, and a decreased appetite. 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.
Will it hurt my dog to switch food?
Switch Food Gradually Abrupt changes to your dog's diet could result in gastrointestinal disturbances that lead to vomiting and/or diarrhea—and the last thing you want to do is condition them to associate his new home or food with discomfort.
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.
Can I change my dogs food straight away?
Never change their food suddenly unless you are advised to do so by your vet. This is because sudden changes to diet can cause a tummy upset or even diarrhoea, and for some pets it may make them less likely to eat the food offered to them. Give your dog their regular meal as normal.
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