Dogs suffering from excessive bouts of flatulence can quickly mess up a room’s air quality. Although the gas they emit is not really harmful to humans, the smell is often terrible.

Flatulence in dogs is often caused by eating too fast, eating poor quality pet food, eating ‘gassy’ foods such as beans and cauliflower, and as a result of the normal process of food digestion, absorption, and elimination within the digestive tract.

If you think your dog is eating too fast, divide his daily ration into smaller portions, given at specific hours throughout the day. Feed your pet in a part of the house with less traffic so he can eat without any disturbance. Sometimes a dog may try to eat too quickly because he fears his food will be taken away or eaten by other pets in the household.

Regular adequate exercise has also been shown to boost the function of the dog’s digestive system. Choosing only premium pet food will ensure optimum digestibility.

Know more about your dog's nutritional needs by visiting your Longmont veterinary clinic. Check out this link.