I. Lactose intolerance in dogs
1. Diarrhea
Diarrhea is the most common symptom of lactose intolerance. The feces of ordinary dogs can be lumpy, but the feces of lactose-intolerant dogs are the same as water. You will find that the dog has an increased stool frequency, which is likely to be diarrhea caused by lactose intolerance.
2. Vomiting
3. No appetite.
Under normal circumstances, dogs eat very regularly, as long as they do not eat too many snacks or picky eaters, they will usually eat up the contents of the food bowl. But if the dog is lactose intolerant, that’s another story. They may lose their appetite and not be able to eat due to upset stomach and nausea.
4. Stomach bloating
The dog’s intestine can fully stretch bacteria and gas produced by intestinal sugar fermentation. But when the intestines contain too much gas, they can also be uncomfortable with gas.
5. Farting
Sometimes swelling may not be easy to detect, but swelling causes the dog to fart, which is easier for the owner to notice. Dogs with milk sugar intolerance will fart more frequently after consuming dairy products.
2. Allergic reactions to lactose intolerance in dogs
1. Itchy and red skin
People are allergic to something and feel itchy, red and swollen skin, and dogs are no exception. After giving milk to a dog, in addition to diarrhea and vomiting, the dog will suddenly scratch or lick its paws. It should be noted that the dog may be allergic to milk and will have symptoms of red skin.
2. Measles-like
Dairy allergic dogs may develop measles, which stimulates the immune function of the dog and leads to skin diseases. At this time, the dog will be itchy all over the body, the dog will frequently bite the skin, the hair will fall off easily, and in severe cases, the skin will fall off and ulcers will appear.
3. Swelling of the face
A small number of dogs with milk allergy will suddenly swell the face. In this case, the dog owner should stop feeding.
4. Dyspnea
Severe dairy allergy dogs will have difficulty breathing and may also experience symptoms of shock. The dog owner must take it to the hospital immediately.
Reminder from veterinarians: For more articles about dogs drinking milk, you can click Can Dogs Drink Yogurt Drinks?
