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Dog food for sensitive dogs

Sensitive dogs often pose particular challenges for their owners. After all, gastrointestinal problems can not only affect the dog's well-being, but also make daily life together more difficult. The choice of food plays a decisive role in enabling the affected four-legged friends to lead a healthy and happy life. You can find out below which dog food is suitable for sensitive dogs and what you should definitely look out for in their diet.

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From: Alena Thielert
Modified: 19.12.2025
Published: 19.12.2025

Causes of sensitive digestion

Just like humans, dogs can suffer from digestive problems, which can be caused by various factors. From unsuitable food to stress - there are many causes that can affect your dog's digestion. The following points provide a detailed overview of possible triggers:

  • Improper diet: An unbalanced diet can significantly disrupt your dog's digestion. Food with too many fillers, preservatives or incompatible ingredients can cause bloating, diarrhea or constipation .
  • Food intolerances or allergies: Dogs can develop intolerances or allergies to certain ingredients in their food over the course of their lives. The main allergens include beef (34%), chicken (15%), lamb (14.5%), dairy products (17%) and wheat (13%).
  • Stress and anxiety: As with us humans, stress can lead to digestive disorders in dogs. Changes in the environment, traveling, loud noises or separation anxiety can put a strain on the digestive system.
  • Parasite infestation: Parasites such as worms or Giardia can significantly disrupt your dog's digestion. They deprive the dog of important nutrients and cause diarrhea, weight loss or a conspicuous appetite.
  • Gastrointestinal diseases: Conditions such as gastritis, pancreatitis or inflammation of the intestines can cause chronic digestive problems in dogs. These diseases always require veterinary treatment.
  • Medication intake: Certain medications such as painkillers, antibiotics or dewormers can have a negative effect on the digestion of dogs. They can disrupt the balance of the intestinal flora or irritate the gastrointestinal tract.

A precise diagnosis by a veterinarian is essential to determine the exact cause of the complaints and take appropriate measures.

Which food is suitable for

nutritionally sensitive pets?

For nutritionally sensitive dogs, it is important to choose food that is tailored to their specific needs. Hypoallergenic dog food is particularly suitable for this. It avoids common allergens such as certain animal proteins and instead relies on alternative protein sources. On top of this, the food should consist of high-quality and easily digestible ingredients. Artificial additives such as attractants and colorants are a no-go. Probiotics can also be useful for additional support of the intestinal flora.

VEGDOG: The best dog food for sensitive dogs?

At VEGDOG you will find dog food developed by vets specifically for the needs of nutritionally sensitive dogs. Our complete vegan foods are 100% complete and contain no animal allergens. This makes them particularly well tolerated and perfect for four-legged friends with food intolerances. Our range includes various types of food that are made from high-quality, regional ingredients wherever possible.

Dry food for four-legged friends with digestive problems

Does your pet prefer dry food? Then you'll find three well-tolerated varieties for sensitive dogs. Our GREEN CRUNCH is based on sweet potatoes, peas and lentils, while FARMER'S CRUNCH is based on potatoes, peas and fava beans. The third variety is SIMPLY CRUNCH a dry food based on maize and millet.

Wet food for sensitive dog stomachs

Even if you're looking for hypoallergenic wet food , you'll find it here. Here you'll find four different varieties that are easy to digest and therefore ideal for sensitive pets. Wet dog food contains more moisture, which makes digestion easier and is particularly beneficial for dogs that don't like to drink.

Sensitive dog food for seniors

Older dogs often have special nutritional needs, as their metabolism changes and they become more susceptible to digestive problems. VEGDOG offers the wet food variety SENIOR peas & milletespecially for seniors. The SENSITIVE lupin proteinvariety is also suitable for particularly sensitive dog stomachs.

Conclusion

Choosing the right food plays a key role for nutritionally sensitive dogs. A balanced diet with high-quality, easily digestible ingredients can help to minimize digestive problems and increase your dog's well-being. Especially for dogs with food intolerances, VEGDOG offers solutions that meet individual requirements.

Alena Thielert

My dog Negrutu and I joined the VEGDOG pack in October 2020. I can now use my degree in environmental protection and experience from various activities in environmental and animal protection for the newsletter, YouTube channel, PR and blog.

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