Is a swollen stomach normal in puppies?

Usually, it is normal if there are no abnormal circumstances, and it is usually not normal if accompanied by abnormal phenomena. Whether a swollen stomach in a puppy is normal or not depends on the specific situation. If it does not accompany other uncomfortable symptoms, it is a normal phenomenon, and the owner does not need to worry excessively. If it is accompanied by other uncomfortable symptoms, such as bloating, diarrhea, etc., the owner should take the puppy to a pet hospital promptly for regular and effective treatment under the guidance of a doctor, which can effectively alleviate the symptoms.

Causes and symptoms of a swollen stomach in puppies

Usually, a swollen stomach in a puppy is caused by the puppy eating a lot of food without excretion. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and generally does not require excessive intervention from the owner. If the puppy's intake is not controlled, it may eat too much, leading to indigestion, and may also be accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain and bloating. In severe cases, there may be symptoms such as shortness of breath and stomach expansion. If this happens, the owner should take the puppy to a regular pet hospital for inspection and make standard and effective treatments according to the inspection results to help alleviate the symptoms and achieve the purpose of treatment.

Daily treatment and care of a swollen stomach in puppies

If a puppy has other uncomfortable symptoms, it can be given probiotics under the guidance of a pet doctor, which can effectively alleviate the symptoms. During this period, the puppy's intake should be controlled, and it is better to eat less but more often. The main food should be fluid and easily digestible, such as dog food mud, meat mud, etc., which is helpful for the recovery of the body. It should be noted that after a puppy has a swollen stomach, do not feed medication randomly, as inappropriate use of drugs may make the puppy's condition worse.