Inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, reflux, abdominal bloating, and various digestive symptoms discomfort dogs with gastrointestinal issues. Vomiting or diarrhea can commonly occur due to food allergies or intolerance and may recover in the short term with treatment. However, if symptoms persist over an extended period or if gastrointestinal problems recur periodically, they could pose potential threats to a dog's health. Therefore, it's advisable to identify the underlying cause through microbiome testing. The gastrointestinal tract harbors the largest and most diverse array of microbes, so an imbalance in a dog's gut microbiota can lead to various gastrointestinal problems.

It's advisable for pet owners to monitor for chronic gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, diarrhea, gurgling sounds, or persistent foul-smelling flatulence in their pets' daily lives. Regularly managing gut health through specialized microbiome testing can ensure the well-being of the digestive system.