Canine Irritable Bowel Syndrome

[Michelle KochStudent]

Actually, the veterinarian we had prior to moving where we are now diagnosed my dog (an English Setter) with “fiber reactive colitis.” The problem, in a nutshell, is that her stools have always been “pudding cups.” Very loose and mushy, and difficult to clean up. I finally connected the problem to any food with grain in it, even rice. She does much better on grain free or even prey model/BARF. Anyway, we recently switched from their sweet potato based kibble to a rice based, simply because both dogs seemed to be getting tired of it and we thought they would like a change. And although my setter’s palate loves the new food, her intestines apparently do not. :face palm 2: When she gets these flares, I give her a blend of mallow, parsley, mint, and hops. Is this a good combo, do you think, or is there something else I should add or use instead? Thanks. Oh, and as soon as this bag of food gets eaten up, we are going back to sweet potato!

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

Those herbs are fine. I like chamomile for gut stuff as well.

Some bentonite clay might firm things up a little.

The Dire Era formula is good for firming things up.

http://homegrownherbalist.net/products/diarrhea-formula

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

[Michelle KochStudentTopic Author]

Thank you. Ill look into it. I still have some chamomile from last year I can add to the mix. My seeds didn’t sprout this year.

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