What food is best for my Aussie with a sensitive, upset stomach?

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Hi! My Australian shepherd often gets an upset stomach with diarrhea and throwing up. She acts perfectly normal except she beings to come to me for comfort more than usual. Her throw up is always clear/green and he diarrhea is normal colored. I am currently feeding her Iams adult food (the green bag) and she has been on this for about year but she has ALWAYS had these stomach issues even before the food. Is there any food recommendations I can give her? Or any at home remedies? Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Female | spayed | 3 years and 1 month old | 45 lbs

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Poor Emmi! Some dogs can exhibit vomiting and diarrhea as a result of a sensitivity to the different protein or carbohydrate sources in their foods. There is a chance that her current Iams diet may contain the same protein source as the previous diet, and if she is sensitive, it could be causing issues. Consider starting a diet trial with a novel protein diet (Dick van Patton's Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diet is one OTC example). To perform this diet trial, you will find a new food with one protein source/one carbohydrate source that is different from the one that she is currently receiving. Gradually transition to the new diet by mixing old and new foods together for 5-7 days. Exclusively feed the new diet for at least 2-3 months to determine if the changes has been effective. It could take 6-8 weeks to notice any change. During this time, take care not to offer any table scraps or treats. If the diet trial is unsuccessful and Emmi continues having episodes of vomiting and diarrhea, consider taking her to her vet for an exam and further testing. Some diseases, such as Addison's disease or inflammatory bowel disease, can have intermittent signs of GI upset. Good luck!

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