How Long Should I Wait To Exercise My Dog After Eating?

Q: I have a Saluki and was told a dog's stomach can flip if he exercises after eating. How long should I wait after feeding to take him for his walk?Q: I have a Saluki and was told a dog's stomach can flip if he exercises after eating. How long should I wait after feeding to take him for his walk?

A: What you are describing is a gastric dilatation and volvulus. This is what happens when the stomach fills up with gas and then rotates. This is a life-threatening emergency. Dogs with deep chests, like your saluki, are in the higher risk category.

To be safe it is probably best to let your dog digest for about 2 hours after eating. Another risk factor is frequency of feedings. Dogs that are fed only one meal a day are also at a higher risk for this so be sure to feed 2-3 smaller meals per day.

Dr. Lauren Brickman Dr. Brickman started as a veterinary technician at Garden City Park in 1997 and went on to…

Filed Under: Health & Home, Dog & Cat Breeds, Nutrition, Dog Breeds
Tags: canine exercise safety, Dog Exercise, eating and exercise, flipping stomach, gastric dilatation, volvulus

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