Tips to Soothe Your Pet’s Digestive Issues That Actually Work
Is Your Pet Struggling with Digestive Issues?
Chronic vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort are more common in dogs and cats than most people realize. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can make mealtime stressful for your pet—and frustrating for you. The good news? There are natural ways to support your pet’s gut health and help them feel their best every day.
How Natural Support Can Help
A balanced digestive system is key to nutrient absorption, a shiny coat, and overall vitality. Supporting your pet’s gut isn’t just about easing occasional upset tummies—it’s about promoting long-term wellness and happiness.
Try Dr. Jones’ Complete Digestive Care Soft Chews
One of my favorite solutions for digestive support is Dr. Jones’ Complete Digestive Care Soft Chews. These tasty chews are packed with Digestive Enzymes and 2 Billion CFUs of Probiotics, designed to:
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Boost digestion and nutrient absorption
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Support a balanced gut microbiome
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Promote healthy bowel movements
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Improve overall vitality and fur quality
Why Probiotics and Enzymes Matter
Digestive Enzymes transform food into easily absorbable nutrients, helping prevent sensitivities and food intolerance. Probiotics not only aid digestion—they strengthen immunity, support mood, and help manage stress through the gut-brain connection.
For pets dealing with IBD, food sensitivities, or general digestive issues, these chews offer comprehensive gut support in a treat they’ll actually enjoy. Healthy digestion truly is the foundation for a happy, vibrant, and playful pet.
IBD in Dogs and Cats: Natural Tips That Really Work
Chronic vomiting, diarrhea, painful stomachs, and acid reflux—these are all signs of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and unfortunately, it’s far too common in our dogs and cats.
If your pet is showing any of these signs, it can be worrying. The good news is, there are natural options that can help, and one of my favorites is our new digestive enzyme supplement: Dr. Jones’ COMPLETE Digestive Care Soft Chews.
What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
IBD isn’t just a single disease—it’s a syndrome caused by chronic irritation of the intestines. The exact cause is often unknown, but food sensitivities or bacterial antigens may trigger it. Sometimes, overstimulation of the immune system from vaccines or other antigens plays a role.
Whatever the trigger, the result is inflammation in the intestinal lining. This allergic-type reaction interferes with nutrient digestion and absorption. Most pets with IBD show recurrent vomiting or diarrhea, and some have a poor appetite—or in some cases, a ravenous appetite because they can’t absorb the nutrients from their food properly.
Signs Your Pet Might Have IBD
IBD can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, but most commonly:
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Stomach: chronic vomiting
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Intestines: chronic diarrhea
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Both: some pets show both vomiting and diarrhea
Over time, poor appetite and weight loss are common. Recognizing these signs early can make a big difference in how effectively we manage the condition.
Natural IBD Treatments That Work
Here are some of the best natural approaches I recommend for supporting pets with IBD:
1. Dietary Therapy
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Feed a novel protein or hydrolyzed protein diet to reduce intestinal irritation.
2. Probiotics
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A high-quality, multi-strain probiotic like Dr. Jones’ ULTIMATE Probiotic Formula can help restore healthy gut flora.
3. Anti-diarrheals
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Loperamide (Imodium): 1mg per 20 lbs, twice daily for 3 days.
4. Natural Immunosuppressives
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Cannabidiol (CBD): 3mg per 10 lbs, twice daily.
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Licorice Root: 1/4 ml per 10 lbs, twice daily for 10 days—a natural steroid alternative.
Herbal and Nutritional Support
Slippery Elm
Slippery Elm comes from the inner bark of the Red Elm tree. It forms a gel when mixed with water, which helps protect and lubricate the digestive tract. Its tannins reduce inflammation, while the mucilage helps with waste elimination.
Dose: 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of organic powder once or twice daily, or one 350–400 mg capsule per day.
95% Curcumin
High-potency turmeric extract BCM-95® (my 95% Curcumin) has been shown to reduce inflammation and colitis activity more effectively than standard curcumin.
Digestive Enzymes
While research is limited, many pet owners report significant improvements with digestive enzymes—less vomiting, diarrhea, and intestinal distress. Look for a quality blend containing amylase, lipase, and protease. Our COMPLETE Digestive Care Soft Chews provide a proprietary enzyme blend to help pets with IBD.
Heal Your Pet at Home
IBD can be frustrating to manage, but natural support can make a real difference. Simple additions like Slippery Elm, Curcumin, CBD, probiotics, and digestive enzymes can greatly improve your pet’s quality of life.
Dr. Jones’ COMPLETE Digestive Care Soft Chews are a tasty, easy-to-administer option. Each chew contains a proprietary Digestive Enzyme Blend and 2 Billion CFUs of probiotics, helping pets with:
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Poor nutrient absorption
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Food allergies and sensitivities
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Pancreatitis
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Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Your dog or cat will thank you—and you’ll see the difference in their digestion, comfort, and overall health.
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Try Dr. Jones’ Complete Digestive Care Soft Chews
One of my favorite solutions for digestive support is Dr. Jones’ Complete Digestive Care Soft Chews. These tasty chews are packed with Digestive Enzymes and 2 Billion CFUs of Probiotics, designed to:
-
Boost digestion and nutrient absorption
-
Support a balanced gut microbiome
-
Promote healthy bowel movements
-
Improve overall vitality and fur quality
After spending a ton of money because my dog has just stopped eating the diagnosis was pseudo pregnancy. Her progesterone levels were very high. They sent us home after she spent two days in hospital with a appetite stimulant that is not working and a antibiotic. We are back to where we started. She is still not eating. I have been giving her pedilyte. Please help!!!!
Since your dog is still off her food after a false (pseudo) pregnancy and only has low-impact support so far, try these natural appetite stimulants and digestive helpers:
Warm and flavor her food—like canned food warmed up with a bit of garlic powder or bouillon—to make it more appealing
Try catnip tincture as an appetite stimulant
Offer chamomile or peppermint tea (1 Tbsp per 10?lb every 4–6?hours) to soothe her stomach and also aid hydration
Add digestive enzymes + probiotics, such as Dr. Jones’s Complete Digestive Care Soft Chews, to support gut health
What do you know about Feline Hyperstesia Syndrome?
Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome (FHS) is a rare, poorly understood neurological condition in cats. It typically involves:
Symptoms: Sudden episodes of frantic grooming or biting at the lower back or tail base, rippling skin along the spine, dilated pupils, tail chasing, aggression, or frantic running. Cats may appear trance-like during these episodes, which often last just a minute or two
Cause: Unknown—but theories include stress or behavioral issues, seizure activity, or an umbrella of various environmental or neurological triggers
Diagnosis: A diagnosis of exclusion—vets must first rule out allergies, parasites, spinal or neurological problems before considering FHS
Treatment: Often involves a mix of behavioral modification (reducing stress, avoiding triggers), medications (like gabapentin, phenobarbital, amitriptyline, fluoxetine, or prednisolone), and even acupuncture or physical barriers to prevent self-harm
Hello I have just come across your channel and loving the information. I’ve recently adopted a cat from a rescue ..she’s 3 years old, originally came in with her brother but he went to another home sadly. Initially she was bit timid but ate well, loved to play and explore but after couple of ninths I noticed her getting fussier and fussier about eating any cat food ..just human food like chicken or beef. She losing weight and quite thin now. She seems bored and apathetic despite having toys, cat flap to outside, family members trying to cuddle and play etc ..I did wonder if she was grieving her brother and feeling bit depressed.
I decided I’d best get her checked out at the vets who after blood tests to rule out certain serious feline diseases diagnosed IBS. She had a temperature and vet could feel her bowels were swollen. She’d lost 0.5kg in weight. She gave her an anti nausea injection, a steroid that’s supposed to help appetite and an anti depressant? The hope is that when she starts eating better her mood and energy will improve,
Would love to know if you can recommend anything natural for her IBS. I use cbd spray a little around her bed and favourite sleep areas. I just want her to have her best life and she seems so sad ! I’ve had 9 rescue cats in my lifetime and never encountered this before. Thank you
For cats with IBS (or IBD), natural support options include:
Digestive enzymes + probiotics, which help soothe the gut, improve nutrient absorption, and support both digestion and mood
CBD, at about 3?mg per 10?lb, given twice daily, can help reduce inflammation and offer calming gut?brain support
Here are the best supplements we suggest especially the Ultimate Feline FOrmula:
https://shop.veterinarysecrets.com/supplements/for-cats.html