Pet dogs like to drink milk, but not all dogs can digest milk. Dogs' appetites and systems are sensitive, and some dogs will have symptoms of indigestion such as diarrhea and vomiting after drinking milk.

Milk contains lactose and milk protein, and dogs do not produce enzymes related to lactose digestion, so some dogs will have symptoms of indigestion on. Therefore, if you want to give your pet dog milk, you need to pay attention to the following points:

-Check whether the dog has a digestive system that is not sensitive to milk.

-Give the dog a proper amount to avoid side effects such as diarrhea.

-Choose low-fat or skim milk.

2. What kind of milk is suitable for dogs?

Full-fat milk or high-fat milk that people usually like to drink is not suitable for dogs, because it contains high fat, which will lead to obesity in dogs. Therefore, pet dogs should choose low-fat or skim milk when drinking milk, and the milk content should be controlled below 1%.

In addition, it should be noted that when choosing milk for dogs, it is best to choose pure milk that does not contain food additives such as monosodium glutamate and candy, so as not to have adverse effects on dogs.

3. Advantages and disadvantages of pet dogs drinking milk

The benefits of pet dogs drinking milk mainly include the following points:

The rich nutrients contained in milk can effectively supplement the nutrients needed by dogs and enhance their physique.

The calcium contained in milk contributes to the bone growth and tooth health of dogs.

Protein in milk can be beneficial to the muscle growth of dogs.

However, the disadvantages of pet dogs drinking milk can not be ignored:

Milk contains too much fat and sugar, which can easily lead to obesity and diarrhea in dogs.

-Some dogs can't digest lactose and milk protein in milk, and they are prone to indigestion, diarrhea or vomiting after drinking milk.

4. Other alternatives

If the pet dog is allergic to milk or has indigestion, some alternatives can be considered:

-Milk powder specially formulated for dogs.

-A milk substitute for dogs.

-Yogurt for dogs.

In short, drinking milk for dogs needs careful consideration, and be careful not to drink too much. Choose mild low-fat milk to ensure the health of dogs. If the dog has indigestion with milk, it is best to choose other dog formula as a substitute for milk.