Inflammatory bowel disease in dogs (IBD) causes repeated bouts of digestive symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhoea. It’s most common in middle-aged dogs and some breeds are at higher risk. This is a debilitating condition that requires lifelong management.

IBD is a complicated condition and we still have much to learn about it, but it seems to be caused by a combination of factors. Several types can be recognised during testing, but treatment is similar. This usually involves diet changes, digestive support and sometimes ongoing medication to manage the immune response. Symptoms may be mild initially, but managing the condition is important to lessen its impact on health and prevent worsening.

What is inflammatory bowel disease in dogs? >What is inflammatory bowel disease in dogs? [Overview

Symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >Symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [Symptoms

What dogs are at a higher risk of inflammatory bowel disease? >What dogs are at a higher risk of inflammatory bowel disease? [Risk

Diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >Diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [Diagnosis

Vet treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >Vet treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [Vet treatment

Home treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >Home treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [Home treatment

Prevention of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >Prevention of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [Prevention

Will my dog be able to live with inflammatory bowel disease? >Will my dog be able to live with inflammatory bowel disease? [Concerns

When to worry about inflammatory bowel disease in dogs >When to worry about inflammatory bowel disease in dogs [When to worry