Food allergies in Shih Tzus can cause effects such as scratching (especially to the ear and coat), diarrhea or soft stools, vomiting, gas, and even asthma-like symptoms typically associated with Spring fever in humans. Hair/Fur loss is a side effect of these which might require specialist grooming. Find more details about these at Best clippers for Shih Tzu here. The best way to identify what is causing a reaction is to stop providing the dog with table scraps and treats no matter how convincing their dog eyes may be!
Common allergic reactions spawn from consumption of beef, poultry, pork, eggs, soy, wheat, turkey, and corn. If the dog is receiving any of these in its diet and having a reaction, the best idea is to reintroduce each product back into their diet and locate the culprit from there. Also, remember to ask yourself- have you recently been feeding the dog a different brand of food or snack? Has the dog been eating grass outside, or eating its meals too quickly at dinner?
Common allergic reactions spawn from consumption of beef, poultry, pork, eggs, soy, wheat, turkey, and corn. If the dog is receiving any of these in its diet and having a reaction, the best idea is to reintroduce each product back into their diet and locate the culprit from there. Also, remember to ask yourself- have you recently been feeding the dog a different brand of food or snack? Has the dog been eating grass outside, or eating its meals too quickly at dinner?
These are all possible causes of stomach problems. In such a case, make sure the dog is drinking water to replenish electrolytes. It might be best to wait 10-16 hours to feed the dog if it gets sick. Brand name Pepto Bismal is also a Shih Tzu-safe temporary remedy for stomach issues that can be administered through a food syringe.
Lastly, always remember the foods toxic to all dogs- especially toy varieties like the Shih Tzu. Chocolate, onions, macadamia nuts, grapes, raisins, caffeine, and an excess of salt or sugar can all cause serious harm to your dog. As a precaution, always keep these items out of doggy-reach and make sure everyone in the house knows to do the same. Just because chocolate is a treat for little Sally, doesn’t mean Sally should see it as a treat for Sparky as well!
Lastly, always remember the foods toxic to all dogs- especially toy varieties like the Shih Tzu. Chocolate, onions, macadamia nuts, grapes, raisins, caffeine, and an excess of salt or sugar can all cause serious harm to your dog. As a precaution, always keep these items out of doggy-reach and make sure everyone in the house knows to do the same. Just because chocolate is a treat for little Sally, doesn’t mean Sally should see it as a treat for Sparky as well!