Your Dog's Digestive Enzymes

In a healthy dog, the pancreas and small intestine make all the digestive enzymes needed to break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. For most young, healthy dogs, this system works well on its own, and they don’t need any extra help. But as dogs age, or if they develop digestive or pancreatic problems such as exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI), chronic pancreatitis, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), their bodies may struggle to produce sufficient enzymes. When that happens, food isn’t properly broken down, and dogs may experience issues such as weight loss, gas, diarrhea, or discomfort. In these cases, adding digestive enzyme support can make a noticeable difference in how well they digest and absorb nutrients.