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Why is my chihuahua's belly bloated and she's crying in pain?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 7 months old | 3 lbs

I have a 5 yr old teacup chihuahua and her whole belly and sides are extremely bloated and sometimes she cries. Do you have any idea what it is until I can afford to go to the vet?

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David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 27th, 2019

There are many conditions that could cause that, one of them is of course pregnancy but there are also very dangerous conditions such as heart failure and tumors that can cause this symptom as well. she needs to see a vet ASAP.
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