If your dog often suffers from tummy troubles, you’re not alone. Sensitive stomachs are one of the most common issues dog owners face and they can make mealtimes stressful. The good news? With the right diet and a few simple adjustments, you can ease your dog’s discomfort and give them the nutrition they need without the upset.
1. Spotting the Signs of a Sensitive Stomach
Common signs of a sensitive stomach include loose stools, vomiting, excessive wind, or a lack of appetite. If these occur regularly, it may mean your dog’s food isn’t agreeing with them. In some cases, the cause can be as simple as adjusting portion sizes or making small changes to their routine.
👉 What you can do: Keep a short diary of what your dog eats, when, and how they react. This helps spot patterns and share useful info with your vet if needed.
2. What Usually Triggers Digestive Upset
Many commercial foods contain fillers, grains, artificial colours, and additives. These can be tough for sensitive dogs to digest and often cause unnecessary irritation. But it’s not always just about ingredients. Overfeeding, giving too many treats, or feeding straight after exercise or play can all put extra strain on digestion. Small changes, like offering the right portion size, limiting treats, and letting your dog settle before mealtimes, can make a big difference to how well they digest their food.
👉 What you can do: Check ingredient labels carefully, cut back on treats, and keep mealtimes consistent.
3. Why Simplicity Works Best
Sensitive dogs benefit from diets built on high-quality, natural ingredients. A simple recipe with a high meat content and no fillers helps reduce the risk of stomach upsets. Choosing foods made with real meat and without unnecessary additives can make digestion easier, even for dogs with more delicate stomachs. For some dogs, avoiding certain proteins can also help, which is why Wolfworthy offers options that are poultry free or chicken free.
👉 What you can do: Choose the recipe that best avoids your dog’s suspected triggers and feed it consistently for a couple of weeks before rotating, giving their digestion time to settle.
4. How Wolfworthy Helps
Wolfworthy takes this simple approach and puts it into practice. We’re a dry alternative to raw, made in the UK with no artificial additives. Our Original recipe is a balanced, all-life-stage option, while Oily Fish (poultry free) and Countryside (chicken free) provide flexibility for dogs with specific sensitivities. Because all our recipes are designed to work in harmony and are calorie-matched, once your dog has transitioned to Wolfworthy you can rotate between them with confidence.
👉 What you can do: Explore the different Wolfworthy recipes to find the one that best suits your dog and enjoy the freedom of switching without worry.
5. Transitioning Slowly
For sensitive dogs, switch recipes gradually. Start by mixing a small amount of Wolfworthy into their current food and increase over a few days. Pay attention to their stools and appetite to find the pace that works best for them.
👉 For step-by-step transition plans (from dry, wet, or raw food), see our full guide: How to Transition Your Dog to Wolfworthy.
Supporting a sensitive stomach doesn’t have to be complicated. By choosing simple, natural food, you can make mealtimes enjoyable again and boost your dog’s long-term health. And if you’d like more tailored advice, our team is always here to help — feel free to get in touch at support@wolfworthy.co.uk for guidance on finding the right recipe for your dog.
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