{"id":47748,"date":"2026-04-15T18:15:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T18:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/?page_id=47748"},"modified":"2026-04-27T14:14:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T14:14:57","slug":"pancreatitis-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/pancreatitis-in-dogs","title":{"rendered":"Pancreatitis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"v3-hero-media bg-light-blue-green\" id=\"v3-hero-media-block_127e9e1032a65920eb7b0681d7434983\">\n  \n  <div class=\"v3-hero-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-hero-media__content\">\n              <h1 class=\"v3-hero-media__title\">Pancreatitis in dogs: causes, symptoms and an adapted diet<\/h1>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-hero-media__description v3-description v3-description--base\"><p data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"430\">Pancreatitis is an <strong>inflammation of the pancreas<\/strong>, a vital organ responsible for digesting food and regulating blood sugar.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"624\">This condition &#8211; often painful &#8211; requires prompt care to avoid severe complications. Whether acute or chronic, it directly impacts your dog\u2019s quality of life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      \n              \n<a class=\"btn-v3-primary btn-v3-primary--yellow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/start\" target=\"_self\">\n    <span>Discover our meals for sensitive pancreases<\/span>\n      <svg width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 8 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n  <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L1 13\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n  <\/a>\n      \n      \n<div class=\"v3-ratings\">\n  <div class=\"v3-ratings__label\">DOG CHEF REVIEWS<\/div>\n  <div class=\"v3-ratings__row\">\n    <div class=\"v3-ratings__stars\">\n              <svg width=\"12\" height=\"11\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 11\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M5.23851 0.257748C5.40922 -0.0858499 5.89937 -0.0858494 6.07009 0.257748L7.46433 3.0639C7.53194 3.19996 7.66184 3.29434 7.81214 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https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06341.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/>                  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_c92f65e297ff5ac2c4f6307ca4797b9c\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\">What is <strong>pancreatitis<\/strong> in dogs?\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1057\">Pancreatitis is defined as inflammation of the pancreas. This process triggers a form of \u201cself-digestion\u201d of the organ, leading to inflammation that can be more or less extensive. Two main forms are distinguished:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1320\">\n<li data-section-id=\"v4tgfx\" data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1168\"><strong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1082\">Acute pancreatitis<\/strong>, which occurs suddenly with intense symptoms;<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"qq1ptc\" data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1320\"><strong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1195\">Chronic pancreatitis<\/strong>, a persistent (often silent) inflammation that gradually destroys functional tissue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1579\">This disease should not be taken lightly: the pancreas performs essential <strong>endocrine<\/strong> (insulin production) and <strong>exocrine<\/strong> (digestion) functions. Pancreatic failure can lead to secondary metabolic disorders such as diabetes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1790\">Understanding this condition helps you adapt your dog\u2019s lifestyle, with a strong focus on a drastic reduction in fats &#8211; one of the main triggers of pancreatic stimulation.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--16-9\">\n                  <img width=\"997\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620.jpg 997w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620-600x903.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/565A7620-900x1354.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 997px) 100vw, 997px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"card__list__block bg__white\" id=\"banner-block_bb3631e946741be1a7ee1fc3da6aa04e\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"titles__wrapper titles__center\">\n              <h3 class=\"title__bold__background title__green\"><b>Stages of pancreatitis<\/b> in dogs<\/h3>\n          <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"card__list__intro\">\n          <\/p>\n\n          <ul class=\"text__card__list\">\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Mild pancreatitis<\/h4>\n              <p>This form involves mild, reversible inflammation. With immediate digestive rest and an adapted diet, tissues generally heal without lasting damage.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Moderate pancreatitis<\/h4>\n              <p>Inflammation is more pronounced, causing pain and persistent digestive upset. Therapeutic management is needed to stabilise the organ and prevent progression to a critical stage.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Severe pancreatitis<\/h4>\n              <p>Massive inflammation can damage other vital organs. This stage often requires emergency hospitalisation to stabilise vital functions and manage severe pain with intensive care.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n    \n          <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media v3-content-mix-media--reversed bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_539c85460bf8b028bc0256e19e5db5ea\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\">The <strong>link<\/strong> between <strong>age<\/strong> and <strong>pancreatitis<\/strong> in dog\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"3102\">Although pancreatitis can affect dogs of any age, it is more common in middle-aged to senior dogs (generally from 7 years old).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"3102\">As <strong>metabolism<\/strong> slows, the pancreas becomes less able to handle overly rich meals. In older dogs, underlying conditions such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/fr\/surpoids-chien\"><strong>overweight\/obesity<\/strong><\/a>, <strong>hyperlipidaemia<\/strong> or <strong>hormonal disorders<\/strong> (Cushing\u2019s, hypothyroidism) significantly increase the risk of a flare-up.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3438\">Some breeds are also predisposed, with hereditary risk that can become more apparent with age (e.g., <strong>Miniature Schnauzer<\/strong>, <strong>Yorkshire Terrier<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3438\">Increased body-condition monitoring and regular vet check-ups are recommended for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/senior-dog-food\">senior dogs<\/a> to detect chronic inflammation before it becomes critical.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--16-9\">\n                  <img width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DC4174_HD-900x1350.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_e11e18a6a6c7f9709b1869e25db7dda0\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>Prognosis,<\/strong> <strong>recovery time<\/strong> and <strong>life expectancy<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3860\"><strong>Prognosis<\/strong> mainly depends on how quickly the condition is treated and how severe the inflammation is.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3860\">For mild acute pancreatitis, recovery generally takes <strong data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3709\">one to two weeks<\/strong> with appropriate treatment. Severe forms have a more guarded prognosis and may leave functional after-effects.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"4241\">A dog can still live many years after pancreatitis if their diet is strictly controlled. The main risk is <strong>recurrence<\/strong>: a single dietary mistake (for example, a fatty table scrap) can trigger a new episode.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"4241\">The <strong>key to long-term stability<\/strong> is nutritional consistency &#8211; dogs stabilised on a low-fat diet can maintain an excellent quality of life.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--16-9\">\n                  <img width=\"867\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243.jpg 867w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02243-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 867px) 100vw, 867px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"card__list__block bg__white\" id=\"banner-block_996e9cca8964dd3596e45eeaf776fde4\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"titles__wrapper titles__center\">\n              <h3 class=\"title__bold__background title__green\"><b>Symptoms<\/b> of <b>pancreatitis<\/b> in dogs<\/h3>\n          <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"card__list__intro\">\n          <\/p>\n\n          <ul class=\"text__card__list\">\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Repeated vomiting<\/h4>\n              <p>The most common sign. Dogs often vomit bile or food shortly after eating.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Loss of appetite (anorexia)<\/h4>\n              <p>Appetite loss can be mild or severe depending on intensity and the dog\u2019s usual eating behaviour. A sudden or total refusal to eat is a key warning sign.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Severe abdominal pain<\/h4>\n              <p>Dogs may whine or hunch their back. The \u201cprayer position\u201d (front legs down, hindquarters raised) is often observed as they try to relieve abdominal pressure<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Diarrhoea and stool changes<\/h4>\n              <p>Stools may be soft, yellowish, or greasy (steatorrhoea), which suggests fat is no longer properly digested by enzymes.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Dehydration and weakness<\/h4>\n              <p>After vomiting and stopping food intake, dogs weaken quickly. Gums may become dry and overall condition visibly declines.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Fever or extreme fatigue<\/h4>\n              <p>In severe cases, fever can accompany inflammation. A collapsed dog with a rapid heart rate should be taken to a veterinarian urgently.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n    \n          <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media v3-content-mix-media--reversed bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_5d01c188f66e90be72854cfa5045b42c\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>Causes<\/strong> and <strong>origins<\/strong> of pancreatitis\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"5605\" data-end=\"5984\">Causes are <strong>multifactorial<\/strong>, but diet remains the dominant trigger. A sudden, <strong>massive fat intake<\/strong> (holiday meals, raiding the bin) can cause a sharp release of digestive enzymes that damage the organ. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/fr\/surpoids-chien\">Overweight\/obesity<\/a><\/strong> is also a major risk factor, often linked to hyperlipidaemia &#8211; high blood lipid levels that overload the pancreas daily.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5986\" data-end=\"6367\">Other contributors include certain medications (notably <strong>corticosteroids<\/strong> or some antibiotics), abdominal trauma, viral infections, and <strong>genetic predispositions<\/strong> documented in some breeds (e.g., Miniature Schnauzer). Untreated metabolic diseases can also strain the organ prematurely. Identifying the exact cause is essential to prevent relapse.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--3-4\">\n                  <img width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LR_Arthrose-3-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_0c5c8d933fb87cf1b67699e30c10deed\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>Diagnosis<\/strong> and available <strong>treatments<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"6453\" data-end=\"6795\">Diagnosis starts with a thorough clinical exam. Vets typically perform a specific blood test including <strong data-start=\"6556\" data-end=\"6585\">cPLI (dogs) \/ fPLI (cats)<\/strong> to measure pancreatic lipase, currently the most reliable indicator. An <strong>abdominal ultrasound<\/strong> may be added to visualise inflammation and rule out other underlying issues.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6797\" data-end=\"7232\"><strong>Treatment<\/strong> focuses first on resting the pancreas, with IV fluids to rehydrate, antiemetics, and careful pain control. Unlike older practices of prolonged fasting, early refeeding is now preferred: as soon as vomiting stops, introducing an ultra-digestible, <strong data-start=\"7053\" data-end=\"7069\">very low-fat<\/strong> diet is essential. This <strong>targeted nutritional support<\/strong> is the cornerstone of long-term stabilisation and relapse prevention.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--3-4\">\n                  <img width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC06396-900x1350.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"card__list__block bg__white\" id=\"banner-block_ed250d34a55b959228cd86465b9cae72\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"titles__wrapper titles__center\">\n              <h3 class=\"title__bold__background title__green\">How to <b>reduce the risk<\/b> of pancreatitis?<\/h3>\n          <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"card__list__intro\">\n          <\/p>\n\n          <ul class=\"text__card__list\">\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Avoid table scraps<\/h4>\n              <p>Human foods (cold cuts, cheese, sauces) are far too fatty for dogs. One slip can be enough to trigger a painful acute episode.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Maintain an ideal body weight<\/h4>\n              <p>Obesity overloads fat metabolism. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight reduces pancreatic stress and improves overall health.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Choose a balanced diet<\/h4>\n              <p>Prioritise recipes with controlled fat levels and high-quality ingredients to support daily enzymatic work.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Limit very fatty foods<\/h4>\n              <p>Excess fat intake often triggers pancreatic crises. A controlled-fat diet reduces enzymatic stimulation and helps prevent painful inflammation and relapses.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Split meals<\/h4>\n              <p>Two or three smaller meals rather than one large meal help smooth pancreatic digestive effort and avoid peaks of enzyme secretion.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n    \n          <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media v3-content-mix-media--reversed bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_3d60c739edde416fbcd132df9e2fb232\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\">The <strong>essential role<\/strong> of <strong>diet<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"8395\" data-end=\"8560\"><strong>Food<\/strong> is not only an energy source: it is the <strong>main control lever<\/strong> for pancreatitis. The goal is to feed your dog while minimising stimulation of the exocrine pancreas.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8562\" data-end=\"9064\">The diet must be <strong data-start=\"8579\" data-end=\"8600\">restricted in fat<\/strong> (often <strong data-start=\"8608\" data-end=\"8643\">under 10% on a dry-matter basis<\/strong> for chronic cases). Reducing fat does not mean lowering quality: dogs need <strong>highly digestible proteins<\/strong> to maintain muscle mass without overloading digestion. <strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong> should be simple and well cooked for quick absorption. Optimal hydration &#8211; via wet food &#8211; is also recommended. Strict nutritional management is often the difference between stable remission and repeated flare-ups.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--3-4\">\n                  <img width=\"1364\" height=\"2085\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-670x1024.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-768x1174.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-1005x1536.jpg 1005w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-1340x2048.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-600x917.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-900x1376.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0973-2-1024x1565.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1364px) 100vw, 1364px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_673a88fa088d77c982e78675dfdc8456\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>The Dog Chef approach:<\/strong> tailored for dogs with pancreatitis\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"9174\" data-end=\"9451\">Dog Chef offers an ideal alternative to industrial kibble that is often too rich or overly processed. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/our-plans\">Our fresh recipes<\/a><\/strong> are developed by veterinarians for sensitive dogs, using fresh, high-quality ingredients for excellent digestibility.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9453\" data-end=\"9932\">For dogs prone to pancreatitis, certain menus help better control <strong>fat intake<\/strong> while remaining highly palatable. Gentle low-temperature cooking preserves essential vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9453\" data-end=\"9932\">In chronic pancreatitis, <strong data-start=\"9663\" data-end=\"9699\">only the pork recipe is suitable<\/strong> due to its lower fat content. For acute pancreatitis, additional adjustments are needed to reduce fat further.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9453\" data-end=\"9932\">Our veterinary teams can help adapt your dog\u2019s diet precisely to their situation.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--3-4\">\n                  <img width=\"1400\" height=\"931\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115.png\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115.png 3134w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115-1536x1021.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rectangle-1115-2048x1362.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"card__list__block bg__white\" id=\"banner-block_4a30686ac1e3a34dbce0e038777ebe19\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"titles__wrapper titles__center\">\n              <h3 class=\"title__bold__background title__green\"><b>Benefits observed<\/b> in dogs with pancreatitis<\/h3>\n          <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"card__list__intro\">\n          <\/p>\n\n          <ul class=\"text__card__list\">\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Improved digestion<\/h4>\n              <p>Dog Chef fresh meals are highly digestible, notably thanks to gentle cooking that preserves maximum nutrients.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Fewer digestive issues<\/h4>\n              <p>With optimal nutrient absorption and controlled fat levels, stools become firm again. The digestive system calms down, limiting bloating and painful fermentation.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Better appetite<\/h4>\n              <p>The natural palatability of our fresh recipes reassures dogs who developed food aversion after past pain &#8211; helping them enjoy eating again.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Weight stabilisation<\/h4>\n              <p>Our tailor-made plans help maintain an ideal body weight &#8211; crucial for easing metabolic strain and sustainably reducing hyperlipidaemia risk.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                                      \n          <li class=\"text_card__list-item\">\n            <div class=\"img__wrapper full\">\n                          <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inner\">\n              <h4>Lower relapse risk<\/h4>\n              <p>With stable, very low-fat nutrition, you protect the pancreas over the long term. This dietary discipline is the best way to avoid new acute episodes.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n    \n          <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- DEBUG content_position: NULL | has_media: true -->\n<section class=\"v3-content-mix-media v3-content-mix-media--reversed bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-mix-media-block_d21985c4ad7b4e0b4936bd3432fd3950\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__container container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__content\">\n              <h2 class=\"v3-content-mix-media__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\">How to switch to <strong>fresh food<\/strong> in case of pancreatitis\n<\/h2>\n      \n              <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__body\">\n          \n                          <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__text v3-description v3-description--base v3-content-formatted\">\n                <p data-start=\"11170\" data-end=\"11314\">A <strong>dietary transition<\/strong> must be extremely gradual for a dog with pancreatitis. The enzymatic system needs time to adapt to the new nutrient source.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11316\" data-end=\"11792\">We recommend a 10-day transition: 25% Dog Chef for the first 3 days, 50% for the next 3 days, then 75%. During this phase, monitor for <strong>absence of vomiting<\/strong> or <strong>abdominal pain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11316\" data-end=\"11792\">If your dog is coming out of an acute episode, ask your vet before starting. Serving the ration slightly warm and well mixed can help the stomach\u2019s work.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11316\" data-end=\"11792\">Patience is your best ally for a successful transition to a healthier, more protective diet.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n\n            \n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"v3-content-mix-media__media img-container img-container--cover mobile-aspect--3-4\">\n                  <img width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-1400x933.jpg\" class=\"v3-content-mix-media__image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Allergie-1-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/>              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wrapped__cta__block bg__white \" id=\"banner-block_70318d2ca7a3246863a77ea2578bf119\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid expanded\">\n    <div class=\"cta__contents bg__green__medium fg__dark \">\n              <svg class=\"svg-background\" width=\"584\" height=\"494\" viewBox=\"0 0 584 494\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M234.799 127.987C251.456 109.315 271.322 95.7696 293.038 86.495C280.822 76.122 266.756 67.5796 251.58 61.1117C211.849 44.515 164.097 42.9286 119.554 63.5524C91.6684 76.4881 73.037 100.651 61.9321 130.916C49.5932 164.719 46.632 205.967 51.1973 248.191C55.7627 291.147 67.9781 334.714 85.8694 372.3C108.82 420.748 140.53 458.823 176.066 471.514C227.272 489.82 317.839 461.263 396.067 411.595C427.161 391.826 455.787 369.005 478.984 344.476C501.564 320.68 518.839 295.418 528.093 270.279C538.704 241.235 537.964 211.825 520.689 185.099C505.142 161.058 473.185 140.678 435.922 129.085C416.796 123.105 396.437 119.688 376.325 119.322C382.494 134.211 386.566 149.953 388.17 166.55C395.944 243.798 330.055 337.032 251.703 297.981C183.716 264.177 192.6 175.214 234.922 127.865L234.799 127.987ZM271.445 160.082C286.252 143.485 304.883 132.624 325.489 126.278C332.892 140.068 337.828 155.323 339.432 171.431C344.491 221.587 301.675 268.937 273.666 254.903C246.644 241.479 245.533 189.126 271.445 160.082ZM347.329 72.583C381.754 68.6779 417.66 72.9491 450.235 82.956C497.986 97.7221 539.815 125.546 561.654 159.106C588.183 199.987 589.54 243.798 573.87 286.632C562.394 318.239 541.295 349.114 514.396 377.548C488.115 405.25 456.28 430.877 422.225 452.477C332.646 509.345 225.051 540.586 159.285 517.155C110.67 499.826 69.4586 452.355 41.3261 392.924C21.2138 350.456 7.39452 301.398 2.21222 253.194C-2.97008 204.258 0.73151 155.689 15.6615 114.685C30.9616 72.705 57.8603 38.7794 98.5784 19.864C156.571 -7.10564 218.635 -5.03105 270.334 16.5691C300.318 29.1387 326.846 48.4201 347.205 72.461L347.329 72.583Z\" fill=\"#99C9C6\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n      \n              <div class=\"img__container\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC05878-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      \n      <div class=\"cta__content__wrapper\">\n                  <h2 class=\"title__bold__background\">Would you like advice to choose the most suitable diet for your dog with pancreatitis?<\/h2>\n        \n        \n                  <p>Your dog\u2019s health deserves personalised attention. 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class=\"v3-faq__left\">\n                  <h2 class=\"v3-faq__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n        \n              <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"v3-faq__right\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__faq\">\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-0\">\n                  What are the symptoms of pancreatitis in dogs?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-0\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Symptoms include repeated vomiting, sudden loss of appetite and marked lethargy. A characteristic sign is the \u201cprayer position\u201d (front legs down, hindquarters raised) to relieve intense abdominal pain. Diarrhoea, dehydration and &#8211; in severe cases &#8211; fever or shock requiring immediate veterinary care are also common.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-1\">\n                  Is pancreatitis serious for dogs?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-1\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p data-start=\"12904\" data-end=\"13247\">Yes. It can be life-threatening if untreated. Inflammation can cause irreversible pancreatic damage and spread to other vital organs such as the kidneys or liver. However, early detection combined with rigorous medical care and an adapted diet usually leads to effective stabilisation and good recovery.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"3xqrpa\" data-start=\"13249\" data-end=\"13350\"><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-2\">\n                  What is the life expectancy of a dog with pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-2\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Dogs can live many years after pancreatitis if relapses are prevented. Longevity depends on strict, lifelong low-fat dietary management and controlling risk factors such as overweight\/obesity &#8211; life expectancy can remain comparable to that of a healthy dog.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-3\">\n                  How can pancreatitis be diagnosed in dogs?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-3\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Detection starts with clinical signs (vomiting, pain). A vet confirms diagnosis via blood tests measuring pancreatic lipase (cPLI\/fPLI), the most specific indicator. Ultrasound is often added to visualise inflammation and rule out other causes of abdominal pain or obstruction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-4\">\n                  Should I euthanise my dog with pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-4\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Euthanasia is definitely not the norm. The vast majority of dogs recover well with appropriate care. It is only considered in extremely rare cases involving multiple irreversible complications where suffering cannot be managed. In most situations, treatment and dietary transition allow excellent quality of life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-5\">\n                  What should you feed a dog with pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-5\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Dogs need an ultra-digestible diet very low in fat (under 10% on a dry-matter basis). Proteins should be high quality to limit pancreatic workload. Wet or fresh food &#8211; like Dog Chef recipes &#8211; is ideal because it provides better hydration and gentler digestion than classic kibble.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-6\">\n                  Why does my dog get pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-6\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>The main cause is often dietary: a fatty meal triggers a sudden release of enzymes. Other factors include obesity, genetic predisposition (e.g., Schnauzer), some medications, metabolic diseases like hypothyroidism, abdominal trauma, or infection. Identifying the cause helps prevent future crises.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-7\">\n                  What do vets do when a dog has pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-7\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>Dogs are often hospitalised for IV fluids (rehydration and organ support). Vets administer strong pain relief and antiemetics. Once stabilised, they implement early refeeding with a specific very low-fat diet to restart digestion without overstimulating the pancreas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"v3-faq__item\" data-accordion-simple=\"toggle\">\n                <button\n                  type=\"button\"\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-question\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"trigger\"\n                  aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                  aria-controls=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-8\">\n                  Can dogs recover spontaneously from pancreatitis?                  <span class=\"v3-faq__item-icon\">\n                    <svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                      <path d=\"M5 7.5L10 12.5L15 7.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n                    <\/svg>\n                  <\/span>\n                <\/button>\n\n                <div\n                  class=\"v3-faq__item-content\"\n                  data-accordion-simple=\"content\"\n                  id=\"v3-faq-block_12c74b3e1c797b2cde6b293f760fe0dd-item-8\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer\">\n                    <div class=\"v3-faq__item-answer__content v3-description v3-description--base\"><p>No. Pancreatitis requires veterinary care. Without treatment, inflammation can worsen rapidly and cause irreversible damage or shock. Even if symptoms seem to improve, relapse risk or progression to chronic disease remains very high without a medical protocol and strict dietary adaptation supervised by professionals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n        \n              <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"v3-content-plans bg-white\" id=\"v3-content-plans-block_412a4ad4f6d33d79be09a5bfb58a8e5b\" data-bg=\"white\">\n  <div class=\"v3-content-plans__container container-fluid expanded\">\n          <h2 class=\"v3-content-plans__title title__green--v3 title__bold__background\"><strong>Other conditions<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n    \n    \n          <div class=\"v3-content-plans__list\">\n                  <div class=\"v3-content-plans__card\">\n                          <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/overweight-dogs\" target=\"_self\" class=\"v3-content-plans__card-inner v3-description v3-description--base\">\n            \n              \n              \n                              <h3 class=\"v3-content-plans__card-title\">Overweight<\/h3>\n              \n                              <p class=\"v3-content-plans__card-text\">Overweight promotes digestive disorders and can increase pancreatitis risk. Learn how to help your dog return to a healthy weight.<\/p>\n              \n                          <\/a>\n                      <\/div>\n                  <div class=\"v3-content-plans__card\">\n                          <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/diabetes-dogs\" target=\"_self\" class=\"v3-content-plans__card-inner v3-description v3-description--base\">\n            \n              \n              \n                              <h3 class=\"v3-content-plans__card-title\">Diabetes<\/h3>\n              \n                              <p class=\"v3-content-plans__card-text\">Diabetes is a metabolic disorder often linked to the pancreas. Learn to recognise the signs and adapt your dog\u2019s diet.<\/p>\n              \n                          <\/a>\n                      <\/div>\n                  <div class=\"v3-content-plans__card\">\n                          <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/gastritis-in-dogs\" target=\"_self\" class=\"v3-content-plans__card-inner v3-description v3-description--base\">\n            \n              \n              \n                              <h3 class=\"v3-content-plans__card-title\">Gastritis<\/h3>\n              \n                              <p class=\"v3-content-plans__card-text\">Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach that causes vomiting and discomfort. Learn how to soothe your dog\u2019s digestive system. <br \/>\r\n<\/p>\n              \n                          <\/a>\n                      <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n    \n      <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":43,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"pagetype":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Pancreatitis in dogs: causes, symptoms and an adapted diet<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn about pancreatitis in dogs and how adapted nutrition can support digestive balance and comfort.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" 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