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Why does my puppy have smelly gas and what can I do to help her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 14 days old | 9 lbs

Why does she have flatulence and what can I do for it?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 17th, 2018

Flatulence in dogs is most often caused by the food the dog eats. It is not something dangerous, it just means that your dog has intestinal bacteria that enjoy this food and make a lot of smelly gas. You may want to change the brand of complete puppy food for small dogs. Transition slowly over a full week. Should your puppy have diarrhea or appear ill, take it to your veterinarian for an exams.

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