Facts About Your Dog's Gurgling Guts and Stomach Aches
We are happy to help you provide the right information for gurgling intestines and stomach pain or if your dog has stomach problems. Denkadog only wants the best for your pet and for you. We tell you everything about the causes of stomach and intestinal problems in dogs and which dog food and puppy food is suitable for sensitive intestines.
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View our rangeSymptoms of stomach upset or gurgling intestines and abdominal pain in your dog
When your dog has stomach problems, for example due to gurgling intestines and abdominal pain, this is usually easy to recognize by loose stools and vomiting. When vomiting or spitting up, the dog throws up (white or yellow) foam and/or mucus. What is less known is that abdominal noises, rumbling stomach, spitting up, smelly stools are also common in dogs. A dog that eats grass , flatulence and burping are also expressions of poorly functioning, gurgling intestines, abdominal pain and stomach problems.
Why is my dog vomiting (yellow) bile or foam?
If your dog is vomiting (yellow) bile or foam and not eating, these are symptoms that fit with an insufficient functioning of the stomach or suffering from bubbling intestines and abdominal pain. Vomiting or throwing up is common in dogs and is not something to be immediately concerned about. Dogs vomit easily when something is wrong. It is the fastest way for the body to get rid of something that is wrong. Some dogs vomit some bile in the morning. This is because bile flows back into the stomach of dogs when it is empty for a long time, for example at night. If your dog is vomiting bile, dog food or puppy food for sensitive intestines may be the solution.
This is what you can do about vomiting
What you can do is give a handful of chunks of natural dog food before going to bed. During the night, the chunks are filled with stomach acid and there will be less irritation of the stomach lining. The dog probably suffers from too much stomach acid and as a result a sensitive stomach wall. In case of frequent vomiting, action must be taken. Denkadog Hypo Sensitive is good food to prevent bile vomiting. In addition, we offer you different types of dog food or puppy food for sensitive intestines.
Blood in the stool
Fresh blood in the stool often comes from the sphincter muscle of the anus and is harmless. The sphincter muscle is strained a lot by the frequent straining in case of diarrhea or too firm stool and then small bleeding occurs.

Causes of diarrhea in dogs
Most of the time, the causes of diarrhea in healthy dogs are a nutritional error or an excess of food. Too many snacks or chews and the like are also not good. It may also be that the current dog food or puppy food is not suitable for a dog with sensitive intestines. The stomach and intestines are not resistant to everything and can react to food that does not suit them. A number of dog breeds are very sensitive. This despite the fact that our dogs descended from wolves in the distant past and that you might think that they can tolerate everything. However, this is not the case and it is wise for many dogs to choose dog food or puppy food for sensitive intestines.
Besides eating too much food that does not suit the dog, there can also be other causes. You can think of:
- Too much and too fast change of food
- Food sensitivity or allergy
- Parasites such as Giardia
- Poisonings
- Ate something strange
- Pancreatic problems
- Inflammation of the intestine
- Medicines
- Stress
- Poor quality of food (low digestibility).

Food allergy and food intolerance
Not all dogs, for example those with sensitive intestines, can tolerate the most commonly used ingredients in dog food or puppy food. Dogs, just like people, can be hypersensitive to certain nutrients. This is called food intolerance. The inability to tolerate certain ingredients in food usually manifests itself in digestive problems. This stomach discomfort or bubbling intestines and abdominal pain that a dog experiences, result in (frequent) vomiting and diarrhea. In a dog with sensitive intestines, unsuitable dog food or puppy food can cause outbreaks. Very often, a food allergy goes hand in hand with skin problems such as itching (scratching) and redness of the skin.
Food for dogs with stomach problems, gurgling intestines and abdominal pain
Sensitive dogs often react negatively to beef, beef products, milk, cheese or chicken and chicken products, so preference should be given to plant-based dog food and puppy food. Vegetarian food, such as Denkadog Hypo-Sensitive is very easily digestible and usually provides improvement. This also applies to food with lamb and rice, such as Denkadog Hypo-Allergic . Hypersensitivity to grains that causes gurgling intestines, stomach upset and abdominal pain in your dog, is much less common than hypersensitivity to animal products.
Giardia parasite
In puppies, an infection with the parasite Giardia is a common problem that causes bubbling intestines and abdominal pain in your dog. Almost 70% of puppies become infected before they come to their first owner. The stool is not always thin, but a bit greasy and light in color. Medicines often work, but only for the time that they are given. After a course of medication, the Giardia quickly returns and the parasite nestles in the intestines again. This is because the environment is infected and the puppy takes in new eggs. The diarrhea, bubbling intestines and abdominal pain then start again for the dog. The puppy must quickly build up sufficient resistance to be able to control the infection itself. For this, he needs the right puppy food for sensitive intestines that helps him with this. Denkadog Growing Up Sensitive has been specially developed for this. Giardia in your dog is annoying, but fortunately easy to solve with good puppy food for sensitive intestines.
Sensitive breeds
Stomach problems, gurgling intestines and abdominal pain for dogs are often breed or species related. A dog such as a Boxer, German Shepherd and a Bull Terrier (and other short-headed dogs) often have a more sensitive stomach and/or gurgling intestines that they suffer from. The problems are diverse and are also difficult to trace. These dogs often respond well to vegetarian dog food for sensitive intestines (Denkadog Hypo-Sensitive). Dogs with a pancreatic problem often respond well to Denkadog Growing Up Sensitive. This is high-quality puppy food for sensitive intestines. These foods help digestion.
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View our rangeWhat is a normal bowel movement?
One to three times a day solid stools are normal. Less is allowed, more is problematic in most cases. The color depends on the food. Allergic animals cross the threshold sooner and are sensitive to multiple causes. Hard droppings are often seen in foods with an addition of (natural) cellulose. To promote normal stools, use the puppy food and dog food for sensitive intestines from our webshop .
Feces of puppies and young dogs
Puppies and young dogs can sometimes have trouble with the food we give them. In puppies, we often see variable stools. Sometimes the stool is good and other times diarrhea. Although mild diarrhea is common, we do not consider this to be normal. It is important that the puppy eats and drinks well. In addition, it is important to deworm regularly. If the diarrhea persists for a longer period of time, it is wise to review the puppy food and, for example, choose puppy food for sensitive intestines. The food should not be changed too often. This can also cause problems. Because the intestines are still developing, your puppy benefits from a carefully consistent food composition. After all, if your puppy does not digest its food properly, the absorption by the body is also poorer. As a result, the food can even affect growth and resistance building. Denkadog Growing Up Sensitive is puppy food specially developed for sensitive intestines.
How to Relieve Constipation in Dogs
It is important to know what the dog has eaten when it is constipated, because there may be something that is not being digested. If the dog can no longer walk, so is really weak, you should go to your vet. Normally you can just wait for about three days and then the dog will recover by itself. It is also possible that diarrhea will occur first and then constipation will develop. During this time it is always important that your dog continues to drink well! Giving the right dog food for sensitive intestines can also work wonders.
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View our rangeWhat exactly is gastric torsion and how can I prevent my dog from getting gastric torsion?
Gastric torsion is also called stomach twisting or volvulus (bloating). It is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate veterinary attention and involves more than just a dog with an upset stomach.
In a gastric torsion, the dog's stomach tilts on its axis. This pinches the esophagus and duodenum. The stomach swells because gases can no longer be expelled. The blood circulation is obstructed and there is enormous pressure on the diaphragm, causing the dog to have difficulty breathing. If a gastric torsion is not treated quickly, it can have fatal consequences.
What causes stomach problems that could indicate gastric torsion in your dog?
Not everyone agrees on the possible causes of gastric torsion, but it is generally accepted that the tips below can help prevent the condition:
- Do not feed large amounts of food at once. Multiple small meals per day are preferable;
- Make sure you walk your dog before his meal, or at least an hour and a half after, but not sooner. This allows the dog to digest his food calmly;
- If your dog tends to gobble down his food, place a large stone or an upturned bowl in the food bowl. The dog will have to fish his food out of the food bowl first and will eat more calmly;
- If you have multiple dogs, there is a chance that they will want to gobble up their food faster to prevent the other dogs from taking their food. In this case, it can help to feed the dogs in separate areas.
- Be careful that your dog does not ingest large amounts of snow or icy water.
A crunchy or pressed kibble as food makes no difference in the development of gastric torsion or stomach rotation.
Order our food for stomach and intestinal problems
Does your dog have stomach problems, such as gurgling intestines and stomach pain, and do you want to order food that works effectively against this? Then take a look at our range of dog food and order your dog food or puppy food for sensitive intestines. Do not hesitate to ask our experts for advice if you have any uncertainties.
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