What causes my dog's sensitive stomach and recurring bloody diarrhea?

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Our 2 year old plott hound mix has a sensitive tummy. She’s been grain free for over a year and it helps a ton. Also daily doses of pumpkin works well. But every 3 to 6 months she will get diarrhea and sometimes it can be a bit bloody. She acts completely normal and it goes away as fast as it comes on. Any idea why? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 6 months old | 30 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Most dogs that have good allergies are actually allergic to the meat protein. Chicken being the biggest offender. I would suggest a non-chicken based food and if you prefer grain free you can find those. If you are already using a non chicken diet be sure that this is a strict diet, meaning no table food and all treats are non-chicken. You could also try a prescription hydrolyzed diet like Royal Canin HP, Purina HA or Hill’s z/d. OTC novel protein diets have been found to contain traces of chicken when tested. I hope this helps!

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