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What is going on when a dog's stomach growls?
A dog's growling stomach may be caused by various factors such as hunger, gastrointestinal discomfort, indigestion, diarrhea, and internal parasite infections. If the growling occurs shortly after the dog has eaten or drank, it could be due to the normal gastrointestinal movements and the sound of water passing through the intestines, which usually has no significant impact on the dog. However, if the dog shows abnormal symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, diarrhea, etc., it could be caused by a disease, and the owner should promptly take the dog to the pet hospital for inspection and treatment.
- Hunger
When a dog is hungry, its stomach growls, just like humans when they are hungry. This phenomenon is caused by gas formed in the intestines due to compression, and the situation can be improved by feeding the dog.
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
When changing a dog's food, its gastrointestinal tract may not be able to adapt to the new food immediately, causing the stomach to growl as the dog's digestive system accelerates to digest the food. It is recommended to slowly add new food in proportion when changing a dog's food, following a step-by-step approach.
- Indigestion
When a dog suddenly switches to a new brand of dog food or eats food that is difficult to digest, it can lead to gastrointestinal problems and cause the stomach to growl.
- Diarrhea
When a dog has diarrhea, the intestines may secrete more intestinal fluid, causing the stomach to accelerate its movements to expel the harmful bacteria growing in the intestines, resulting in a growling sound. At this time, probiotics can be given to help regulate the dog's intestinal flora.
- Internal parasite infection
If a dog has not been dewormed for a long time, it is prone to infections such as roundworms and tapeworms. When a large number of parasites crawl in the dog's intestines, it can cause the stomach to growl, and the parasites may be expelled through the dog's feces. If this is the case, it is necessary to deworm the dog promptly.