Episode 005: Why Boston Terriers fart so much! And how to reduce their GAS!

In this episode we discuss why Boston Terriers fart as well as tips on how to lessen the amount of gas they have. 

To read the full article check it out here: https://www.bostonterriersociety.com/boston-terrier-flatulence/

Each breed of dog has its own little quirk that makes the experience of being with that dog unique. Chihuahuas are territorial and very protective of their friends. And Boston Terriers well… they fart. They fart a lot.

Boston Terriers really do fart more than other breeds of dog. I’m sure I speak for all Boston owners when I say that we still love them, farts and all. Of course, there are times when it wouldn’t be ideal to have a gassy dog hanging around.

In this article, we’ll learn a little more about why exactly your Boston Terrier farts and what strategies you can employ to minimize their gas.

How to Stop Your Boston Terrier from Farting

To stop your Boston Terrier from farting you will want to ensure they get at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. Limit the amount of human food you give them. Change their diet to one with fewer carbohydrates.

Do Boston terriers really fart that much?

Yep! This is not just a myth, they really are predisposed to be more flatulent than other dogs. This is a trait shared by a lot of brachycephalic dogs. Their shorter, broader skull seems to affect the way that food is digested, and that ends up causing more flatulence. Also, their shorter nose causes them to swallow more air while eating. More air took in means more air needs to come out.

We must begin with this simple understanding, that even very healthy Bostons will still be prone to farting. Some techniques can minimize this issue, but nothing will make it go away completely. Your dog is not sick just because they seem to have a lot of gas.

Why do Boston’s fart so much?

The main factor that sets apart the flatulence issue in Bostons is the presence of the brachycephalic face. That being said, there are lots of other factors that contribute to flatulence in dogs and which might be at play for your specific dog.

Swallowing Air

One such factor is the way your dog eats their food. Dogs who quickly gobble down their food tend to swallow some air along with each bite. This air can work its way through the digestive tract and come out as flatulence later on.

Carbohydrates and Food Change

Your dog’s diet can inadvertently cause gas in several different ways. A diet that contains a lot of carbohydrates that the dog can’t digest will lead to more gas and will affect your dog’s stool in different ways. Your dog also tends to get used to whatever your main feed is, and any changes to that diet can bring on a spell of more gas.

Food Allergies

Also, dogs with food allergies will have gassier compared to a dog with non-food allergies. Bella, my Boston Terrier, has a sensitivity to grains. We switched her to a salmon dog food. The switch to salmon not only helped her irritated skin but her gassiness as well.

Eating Human Food or Worse

Finally, we should note that while this breed is prone to gassiness, that does not mean you should just ignore your dog’s farts. Flatulence can still be a sign of a severe issue like irritable bowel syndrome, or a signal that your dog has eaten something it shouldn’t have. Make sure you understand what your dog’s baseline flatulence looks like so you can tell when something has gone wrong. 

To Read more check out the article: https://www.bostonterriersociety.com/boston-terrier-flatulence/