Based on traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, the consumption of such moisture - deficient foods leads to the increased secretion of gastric acid and pancreatic enzymes to facilitate digestion, and bring about a dehydrating effect on the body. (petsmagazine.com.sg)
Decreased secretion of gastric acid (hypochlorhydria) or using gastric acid lowering drugs (antacids, H2 blockers, proton pump inhibitors) increases the risk of protein allergies, because a lower amount of acid in the stomach allows more intact proteins to pass into the intestine [109]. (nutrientsreview.com)
When feeding is instituted, small, frequent meals of highly digestible foods are recommended to prevent excessive secretion of gastric acids and minimize gastric distention, which can stimulate emesis.5 (todaysveterinarynurse.com)