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My Toddler Has Been Getting Into The Dog Food....

Amyleigh0007

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Amyleigh0007 Enthusiast
Amyleigh0007
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My 17 month old daughter is gluten free and has been since birth. She has never been sick (knock on wood) and is not in daycare. But, for the past two weeks she has had diarrhea otherwise she is fine. I have been trying to think what in the world could cause the D and then I realized that she, the curious toddler that she is, has been getting into the dog food (loaded with wheat). She loves to feed the dog and she has eaten a few pieces herself :lol: . Perhaps that is the reason why she has had D. If she has Celiac or is gluten intolerant then the dog food would cause her trouble. Is that crazy and am I being paranoid? Or, do you think that dog food could really cause a problem?

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My 17 month old daughter is gluten free and has been since birth. She has never been sick (knock on wood) and is not in daycare. But, for the past two weeks she has had diarrhea otherwise she is fine. I have been trying to think what in the world could cause the D and then I realized that she, the curious toddler that she is, has been getting into the dog food (loaded with wheat). She loves to feed the dog and she has eaten a few pieces herself :lol: . Perhaps that is the reason why she has had D. If she has Celiac or is gluten intolerant then the dog food would cause her trouble. Is that crazy and am I being paranoid? Or, do you think that dog food could really cause a problem?

Is there anything else in the dog food that could bother her? Have you considered finding a dog food that does not have wheat in it, just to help that much more keeping your home gluten free? I don't know, to me, after all the stories I've heard, it sounds plausible. Even if she is not gluten sensitive, if she is eating something she is not used to, I imagine it could cause her trouble. But then she might just have a little bug. I know it's so hard to know!!

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dandelionmom Enthusiast
dandelionmom
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We switched to gluten-free dog and cat food (treats too) just to be on the safe side.

Wheat really isn't good for dogs so you'll be doing your dog a favor too.

ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
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I had to laugh when I saw this, cause I used to eat dog biscuits to gross out my twin brother when we were really little.

Anyhow

Yes this could be making her sick. Try some of the grain free foods that are available, Innova Evo, Orgins are two. My pets really benefited from the switch to grain free foods. No more smelly dog toots at this house.

mommida Enthusiast
mommida
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We switched to gluten free dog food because my daughter was eating the dog food. :o That's toddlers for you. Your daughter has learned how to share. LOL

The dog can not tolerate any treats with wheat anymore. :rolleyes:

tarnalberry Community Regular
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If you scroll down on this thread, you'll find a number of brands of gluten free dog (and cat) food. Many of us use grain free foods for the health of our pets, and to reduce contamination risk in the home.

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My 17 month old daughter is gluten free and has been since birth. She has never been sick (knock on wood) and is not in daycare. But, for the past two weeks she has had diarrhea otherwise she is fine. I have been trying to think what in the world could cause the D and then I realized that she, the curious toddler that she is, has been getting into the dog food (loaded with wheat). She loves to feed the dog and she has eaten a few pieces herself :lol: . Perhaps that is the reason why she has had D. If she has Celiac or is gluten intolerant then the dog food would cause her trouble. Is that crazy and am I being paranoid? Or, do you think that dog food could really cause a problem?

I have to agree with everyone else here. It's safer for your daughter if you switch to a gluten-free dog food. And it will be healthier for your dog as well.

As a side note, did you know that Celiac Disease has been found in dogs as well?

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Amyleigh0007 Enthusiast
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I have temporarily moved the dog's dish to a toddler free location (in the garage) and my daughter has not had D since. Now I am convinced the dog food was the culprit! I will definitely look into the gluten free dog foods. My dog has a constant scaly nose and she has been to the vet several times over it. I wonder if the gluten free food would help....Mmmmmmm. Thanks everyone!

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I have temporarily moved the dog's dish to a toddler free location (in the garage) and my daughter has not had D since. Now I am convinced the dog food was the culprit! I will definitely look into the gluten free dog foods. My dog has a constant scaly nose and she has been to the vet several times over it. I wonder if the gluten free food would help....Mmmmmmm. Thanks everyone!

It might also help with skin conditions to eliminate wheat from your dog's diet!

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