Can a dog with a cold change its food?

Dogs with a cold should try not to change their food, and can slowly change their food after the cold is gone. Suddenly changing a dog's food can easily cause intestinal inflammation, diarrhea, vomiting, etc. in dogs. Because of the sudden change in dog food, the dog's stomach and intestines cannot adapt to the new dog food, which stimulates the intestines and leads to diarrhea. New dog food should be slowly added to the old dog food, and then gradually replaced, allowing the dog to adapt.

How often to change dog food

It is generally recommended to change dog food every three to four months. However, changing dog food needs to be done slowly and gradually, adding a little new dog food every day until all the old dog food is replaced with new dog food. This can minimize the discomfort of the dog's stomach and intestines due to changing dog food. If a dog is already fully adapted to a certain brand of dog food, there is no need to change it. You can also mix several different types of dog food and feed them to the dog simultaneously, which is easier to meet the dog's nutritional needs.

Points to note when changing dog food

Changing from one type of dog food to another generally requires a seven-day transition period. Gradually replace the dog food and feed probiotics during the transition period to help with digestion. Also, different dog foods are suitable for dogs at different age stages. For example, milk cake is suitable for newborn puppies or lactating dogs under three months old, puppy food is suitable for underage dogs, adult dog food is suitable for adult dogs, and all-stage dog food is suitable for dogs of all ages. Do not blindly choose dog food or change it.

Feeding cold medicine

Pay attention to whether the cold medicine is taken before or after meals. Many cold medicines are more effective and easily absorbed when taken after meals, while some must be taken before meals. Always follow the doctor's advice. After taking cold medicine, wait for a while before feeding the dog food, which is beneficial to the absorption of the cold medicine. If your dog is sick, it is recommended to go to the hospital for treatment instead of self-medicating, and strictly follow the doctor's instructions.