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What foods cause yeast infections in dogs?

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When some dogs eat ingredients such as chicken, wheat, corn or other individual items, ingestion will trigger an allergic reaction that can alter the natural flora and allow an unnatural growth of yeast. If your pet suffers from yeasty ears, attempt altering their diet to eliminate common triggers.


Do certain foods cause yeast infections in dogs?

However, it's been suggested that eating foods that contain carbs could possibly increase the risk of dogs getting yeast infections. Yeast needs carbs for growth, but does that mean eating a diet that contains a lot of carbs increases the risk of yeast infections? The short answer – not likely.

What food kills yeast in dogs?

Since yeast is a fungus, you can kill them by giving your dog anti-fungal foods. Look for dog food and treats containing caprylic acid, Pau D-Arco, and olive leaf. Pau D'Arco is rich in lapachol, which kills yeast. Olive leaf and caprylic acid are believed to break down the cell membrane of yeast.

What food allergies cause yeast infections in dogs?

Allergens such as pollens, mold, dust, cigarette smoke, cleaning products, and even certain foods, especially if they're high in sugar and carbs, can also lead to yeast infections. For some dogs, yeast problems are seasonal, and when the temperature and humidity are high, problems with yeast can occur.

What foods cause yeast infection in dogs ears?

An excess of grain and/or sugar in the diet is a common causes of ear infections in dogs. Sugar feeds the yeast already in the body and causes an overgrowth, which results in the dark, yeasty-smelling buildup inside the ears.

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