Gas Relief for You Both

Can your dog clear a room?
How many times have you and Pooch been relaxing around the house when all of a sudden, a terrible smell emerges from your dog's nether regions? Dog flatulence has got to be, by far, the worst smell I've ever encountered, aside from the delightful scent of something dead that he's rolled in.

Checking His Diet
Your dog's diet has a lot to do with the frequent flatulence. Take a look at what you are feeding her. Does she get table scraps? Some human foods don't digest very well in the canine system, and can cause vapours, just like in humans. Some dogs are also lactose intolerant, resulting in noxious fumes after consuming dairy.

Quality Food Counts
Most supermarket brands of dog food are made up mostly of corn products for fillers. This gives your dog the feeling of being full, but also can contribute to a smelly gas problem, and in sensitive dogs, severe allergies. Feeding a higher quality food, with the top ingredients listed as chicken or lamb, can not only mean a more comfortable pet, but a less odiferous one as well. High quality kibble will also reduce the amount of waste product, meaning less poop, and less smelly ones too. As bad as it sounds, the contents of your dog's bowel movements can determine how healthy your pet is. A good diet results in less end product, because more of the meal is actually digested, leaving less mess later.

Adding to His Diet
If upgrading your dog's diet doesn't help, it may be time to look for other solutions. A teaspoon of low-fat yogurt with each meal will reduce internal gas, thanks to the bacterial cultures in yogurt.

Ask Your Veterinarian
If all else fails, it may be time for a check-up. Regular veterinary check-ups are a must anyway. Your dog's anal glands may be the culprit of rear-end woes. Impacted anal glands cause noxious odours and discomfort. It is a good idea to have them checked every time you are at the vet's, just in case, or your groomer will be able to help also. If these are a frequent problem, have either your vet or your groomer instruct you in expressing the glands at home on your own.