Can dogs drink milk? What about allergies or an upset stomach?

Most dogs do not tolerate cows milk. As they get older they do not have the proper enzymes to digest the lactose in the milk. I do know of some people who give their dogs milk and never have any problems. Baby girl does need a regimen of regular dog food though to ensure she is getting all the proper nutrients. If Babygirl commonly has an upset stomach the milk could actually be the problem. If she commonly has problems with her stomach, I would have your vet take a look at her to make sure there isn’t something else going on like intestinal parasites or a bacterial infection. Your vet will be able to talk to you in detail about her diet and the amount of milk she is receiving and whether taking off the milk will actually be more beneficial for her and her tummy. I hope this helps!

No, it's not harmful but she may have diarrhea because of it. If she does get diarrhea it is usually self-limiting (meaning it will resolve on it's own with no treatment). Hope this helps. Best wishes!

It is not recommended to give most dogs milk. Milk can upset the tummy. Milk is safe in small amounts (like a teaspoon) but it may upset the tummy even in small quantities. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Hello. Thank you for using PetCoach. Great question! No, giving milk to dogs will not give them worms. Keep in mind though, once dogs are no longer puppies, most of them lose the ability to properly digest/breakdown dairy products so it is not really recommended that you give them milk. Here is a link to an article about this for you to read. http://www.akc.org/content/health/articles/can-dogs-drink-milk/ Hope this answers your question. Best wishes.

Yes, that will cause diarrhea. In addition, dairy causes GI upset in dogs, so it's never recommended to give it to them. If Toby is old enough to be away from his mother (at least 6-8 weeks of age), then he does not need milk anymore. He should only be drinking water, and he can have puppy food. If he is stlll young, less than 6 weeks of age, you can safely give him puppy formula. I recommend KMR, you can get it from the grocery store or pet store.

I am very sorry to hear that Sadie was given some milk by your 3 year old. I also have a 3 year old and a dog, it's a very interesting combination to be sure. The milk will most likely not cause anything more then some diarrhoea. Since you have only noticed a few episodes I would continue to monitor Sadie at home. Provide a bland diet of boiled boneless chicken breast and white rice and plenty of fresh water. Cooked skinless sweet potato can also be helpful for diarrhoea. If the episodes continue, if Sadie becomes depressed, passes large amounts of blood, vomits, or seems very uncomfortable take Sadie to see his vet. Because milk can have a high fat content, one potential complication of Sadie ingesting it, would be pancreatitis. If you notice the above signs it's possible Sadie has pancreatitis. I hope this answer was helpful and more importantly that Sadie feels better soon. Warmest regards to you both.

No, do not give your dog milk. Dairy is never recommended to give to dogs because it causes GI upset. There are kibble diets that are formulated with proteins that aren't made from chicken, such as rabbit, lamb, duck, and beef. Eukcanuba has a lamb and rice kibble, that may be a good option for your dog. I hope this helps!