There have been posts and email in regards to the dangers of giving your dogs ice cubes in water dishes. The more and more I read the less and less I see evidence of the ice cubes or ice cold water causing harm. Certain dogs or breeds of dogs may be more susceptible to bloat or other problems that seem to arise from eating ice or drinking ice cold water. if your dog drinks the ice water or eats the ice cubes too fast, there is a possibility for bloating. Also, if you feed ice cubes directly, it might present a choking hazard to your dog, especially when they are smaller breeds and puppies. Moreover, eating from an elevated food bowl may place your dog at increased risk of bloating. Lastly, remember that dogs with a family history of bloat have a higher risk, so at the slightest suspicion of bloat, take your dog to a veterinary hospital immediately. If your dog has bloating problems then it is better to follow the below preventive measures, as suggested by WebMD: Divide the day’s ration into three equal meals, spaced well apart. Do not feed your dog from a raised food bowl. Avoid feeding dry dog food that has fat among the first four ingredients listed on the label. Avoid foods that contain citric acid. Restrict access to water for one hour before and after meals. Never let your dog drink a large amount of water all at once. Avoid strenuous exercise on a full stomach.
Posted on: Wed, 18 Jun 2014 16:14:30 +0000
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