Why do my dog's burps smell like popcorn? Should I be concerned?

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Buckis! Just be sure he is burping and not non-productively retching (trying to vomit but not bringing anything up). Non productively retching with a swollen belly and/or pacing is an emergency. If it is just occasional burping and he is resting comfortably then just continue to monitor him and follow your Vets recommendations. I hope this helps and I wish Buckis a speedy recovery!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I recommend taking Poli to the vet with a fresh stool sample to rule out intestinal parasites and other health concerns. If negative, I would recommend changing her diet to something less rich. In the US, I recommend Science Diet or Purina One Smartblend. There may be something in her current diet that is affecting her GI tract so she may need something new. Good luck and kisses to Poli!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Not necessarily unless this is accompanied by other gastrointestinal signs such as diarrhea or blood in the stool. Most dogs have some gas to some extent and they are perfectly healthy. Good luck and have a good night!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is hard to see in these pictures. The red tinge may be blood or it may something that he ate. I think it would be fine to monitor him for now. However, if this turns into diarrhea or there is actual evidence of blood in the feces, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and have a great day!

I wouldn't be too concerned because Nova is otherwise normal. I'd simply keep an eye on her for now, but I don't think this needs a vet visit. I'd take her into the vet if she stops eating, starts vomiting, has diarrhea, or becomes very lethargic. I hope this helps!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may result in gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, inappetence and diarrhea. If any of these are observed, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. It may cause gas but that is usually not a big concern. Have a good night!

It's odd that it improved when the [Giardia](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/giardia/) was treated. My first suspicion for the ongoing odor is that she may be licking at her anal glands or eating her own (or someone else's) poop. Ideally, have her examined by a veterinarian just to make sure there are no wounds, irritation, etc in her mouth or throat that maybe contributing. You r vet can also check her anal glands to see if they seem full or irritated which could lead t her having a tendency to lick at them a lot. If her anal glands are fine, and her mouth is fine, use a daily product for dental health. [CET products](https://us.virbac.com/cet-veggiedent-fr3sh-dental-chew-for-dogs) contain chlorhexadine which kills bad breath causing bacteria. [Water additives](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/zymox-oratene-water-additive) are great too. I hope thats helpful for you. Thanks for asking PetCoach! Good luck!