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My dog is allergic to rice. What are the best food alternatives?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 9 days old | 6 lbs

I recently found out that my dog is allergic to rice so i don't want to take the risk

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 11th, 2017

That is an uncommon allergy, anyway rice can be substituted easily with another source of carbohydrates like potatoes or peas. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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