To answer short, yes you can. But, the most important is how you do it. Let’s have a look at the proportions and the way you shall do it to make the best out of it for your furry friend.
Observation Is The Key:
Remember that just as us, humans, dogs’ digestive tract and micro biome can be very sensitive sometimes to the food changes.
Some breeds can have genetical digestive problems (in my case, both of my chihuahuas are extremely sensitive to food changes). But the chihuahua I had before, when I was a kid, her name was Knopa and she was not a miniature breed, had no digestive problems. I noticed that toy breeds (especially mini breeds) are more sensitive to food changes, as well as their consistency and especially ingredients.
Chicken and chicken eggs, not cooked enough veggies, inappropriate amount of by products (like too much liver and lungs from any kind of farm animals) can cause really serious indigestions and can be very dangerous for dogs with chronicle or acute pancreatitis.
Just as for humans, any fat products must be eliminated. Food must babe easily digestible, and as for a meat choice, best is to use lean meat of turkey breast, horse, ostrich and the best option (especially when fed raw) kangaroo.
Best choice for veggies is an overcooked pumpkin and fennel, they will give enough finer for an easier gut work. I prefer adding either overcooked rice or overcooked oat, they also work wonderfully on soothening an inflated IGT. For the first week, if you add any supplements, I would recommend to pause them (especially oils, since they can be triggering the symptoms).
If your dog struggling with digestive problems chronically, best is to implement Gastrointestinal Low fat Veterinarian canned food in proportions 50:50 for 2-3 weeks. This will help restore the digestion back to normal and will help to eliminate any discomfort issues related. Your furry friend will be recovering faster and happily.
Always remember to observe your dog’s behaviour and split feeding into 4 smaller portions rather than 2 big ones. In such conditions like an acute pancreatitis, moderation and less is better than more to have your doggy be back on track.
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