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My dog has a bloated stomach. What causes it and what should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pitt stomach looks a little bloated

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2019

It definitely does look bloated. It could be from eating a large meal or from intestinal parasites (worms). I would have your vet take a look a him. They will likely want to do a fecal on him to check for worms and if needed, they will deworm him. I hope this helps!

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth
Veterinarian
Published on January 12th, 2019
I recommend to have Barrack seen by his veterinarian today. The stomach can distend on very young puppies from a meal but this is usually not noticeable after 12 weeks old. Stomach distention can be from worms or something more sinister such as fluid accumulating in the abdomen (which is serious). The doctor will need to palpate the abdomen as well as give Barrack and over-all exam to determine the cause. The doctor will need to know if you have seen any other signs of illness such as not eating well, vomiting, diarrhea, trouble breathing, weight loss or being abnormally tired. I hope this helps to at least point you in the right direction. Please feel free to post any additional questions.
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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA
Veterinarian
Published on January 18th, 2019
There are many possible causes for abdominal bloating and a vet check would be recommended if this increases over 1-2hours or if it persists for longer than 24hours or if any panting/weakness/vomiting develops. Ultrasound exam for fluid from heart/liver disease and xrays may be recommended to investigate underlying causes
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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on July 5th, 2017
They would be unlikely to cause bloating, but the common gastrointestinal worms certainly can. You say you wormed Niko 2 months ago, did this help at all? It is really important to make sure you use an official worming product as a lot sold in pet shops don't work, to be sure get wormer from your vet. It could be related to some other gastrointestinal disease, so I would have Niko checked if it doesn't improve. It could be food related, some dogs are intolerant to things such as gluten.
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