🥣 5 Reasons Cold-Pressed Dog Food is Better for Sensitive Stomachs

1. Gentle Cooking Protects Nutrients

Unlike traditional kibble, which is baked at high temperatures, cold-pressed dog food is made using low heat. This gentle process protects vitamins, minerals, and natural oils that support digestion and overall gut health. When your dog eats nutrient-rich food, their stomach doesn’t need to work as hard to absorb what it needs, reducing the risk of irritation or bloating.

2. Breaks Down Easily in the Stomach

Cold-pressed food dissolves naturally in your dog’s stomach rather than swelling like extruded kibble. This means less pressure on the digestive system and a lower chance of discomfort or regurgitation. For dogs with sensitive stomachs, this can make a huge difference helping them digest their meals comfortably and efficiently.

3. Made with Simple, Natural Ingredients

Many dogs react badly to artificial additives, fillers, and preservatives commonly found in mass-produced pet foods. Cold-pressed recipes (like Gentle Dog Food) focus on natural, wholesome ingredients that are easy to digest, such as brown rice, chicken, and vegetables, without unnecessary extras that upset your dog’s tummy.

4. Consistent Energy and Stable Digestion

When digestion is smooth, your dog’s body can convert food into energy more efficiently. Dogs fed on cold-pressed diets often experience fewer digestive upsets, more consistent stools, and improved energy throughout the day. Owners also notice smaller, firmer stools, a sign that nutrients are being well absorbed.

5. Ideal for Dogs with Food Intolerances

Because of its natural composition and gentle processing, cold-pressed food is an excellent option for dogs with allergies or intolerances. The balanced, minimally processed ingredients are less likely to trigger reactions, giving your dog’s stomach a much-needed break and allowing their gut to recover.

🐕 The Gentle Difference

At Gentle Dog Food, our cold-pressed recipes were created for dogs with sensitive stomachs, starting with our own family dog, Zenna. After struggling with digestive issues that no vet could solve, our founder developed a cold-pressed recipe that worked and it’s been helping dogs across Europe ever since.

If your dog struggles with tummy troubles, Gentle’s natural, cold-pressed food could be exactly what they need.

👉 Try Gentle today and see the difference a truly gentle diet can make. Shop Gentle Dog Food