>>1483058A dog digestive system is different than a human's and therefore dogs process and eat differently than us. This is important to know and understand so that you can feed your dog the correct diet and be aware when something goes wrong. After food has been processed in the stomach with the aid of the hydrochloric acid, it then passes through to the small intestine in the form of liquid. This is where the main part of the digestion occurs and where the food is assimilated into nutrients for the dog body.
Small Intestine to Large Intestine
From the small intestine, the unassimilated food passes through to the large intestine. The large intestine is the last stop before the waste is passed through rectum in the form of feces.
Other Considerations
The dog actually has the shortest digestive system of mammals and it takes roughly 8-9 hours for the whole digestive process. Of course, that number is smaller for puppies, which do not have the mature system of adolescent and adult dogs.
The digestive system of canines is important and can be a good indicator when something is not working correctly or when illness is present. You should be familiar with your dog's eating habits and pooping habits as well. If your dog is acting out of sorts, has dog bloat, or is not eating or pooping as usual, there is probably something going on inside.
Although most dogs experience some gas, just as humans do, particularly unpleasant gas is usually an indication of a poor diet. This can cause other problems so be consistent with your dog's diet and feeding habits.
