Switching your dog's food sounds simple enough—until you're dealing with a week of digestive disasters and wondering where you went wrong. In this episode, Steven Whitlow breaks down the proven method for transitioning your dog to a new food without the stomach upset, accidents, and emergency vet visits that plague so many pet owners. Whether you're making the switch due to allergies, a new life stage, or simply better nutrition options, this step-by-step guide works for dogs of all ages and sizes. If you've ever dumped out the old kibble and poured in the new without a plan, this one's for you.

• Plan for seven to ten days for a standard food transition, or extend it to fourteen days if your dog has a sensitive stomach—rushing this process is the number one mistake pet owners make.

• Eyeballing food portions is wher ...