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Oct 19, 2019

Dogs and Ostomy Bags - Sniffing Fascination?

This topic is about the curious behavior of dogs when they encounter someone with an ostomy bag. The person who started the discussion loves animals but has noticed that unfamiliar dogs often sniff around their ostomy pouch, sometimes even before the dog’s owner realizes there’s an ostomy present. They’re curious if this is a common experience among others with ostomies or if it’s just a funny coincidence, joking that maybe their output smells like bacon and peanut butter.

Here are some insights and advice shared by others:

1. Dogs' interest can vary: Some dogs are very curious and will sniff around, while others don’t seem to notice at all.

2. Odor levels play a role: The longer you wear a pouch, the stronger the scent can become. Changing to a fresh bag before going out to social or work events might help reduce a dog’s interest.

3. Diet and output matter: People have noticed that a liquid output and a diet without meat tend to attract less attention from pets.

4. Be aware of physical risks: Dogs’ claws can accidentally puncture or dislodge a pouch during play or when they’re being affectionate. To protect yourself, consider wearing a Stomaguard or a similar protective shield when you’re around energetic dogs.

5. Behavioral observations:
- Small dogs might be startled by the noises a stoma makes and quickly move away.
- Some dogs might avoid sitting on their owner’s lap after surgery, while others continue to be affectionate.
- Carrying dog treats can be a handy way to divert a dog’s attention away from the pouch.
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