Various internal diseases can cause fluid build-up in the abdominal area. This build-up can cause a condition called ascites. Heart failure, liver disease, kidney failure, intestinal problems, and tumors can all cause this condition. Parasites can also be the culprit.
How do you treat a dog's distended stomach?
GDV requires surgery to correct, specifically a procedure called "gastropexy." Stomach bloat is a condition your dog will not survive without surgical treatment. If you do not or aren't able to move forward with the surgery, euthanasia is likely the only other option.
Why would a dog's stomach be distended?
Organ enlargement: An increase in size of one or more abdominal organs can cause the abdomen to appear distended. Organ enlargement is often a sign of underlying illness such as infectious disease, inflammation, tumor, neoplasia and other conditions.
Why is my dog's stomach bloated and hard?
Bloat / Gastric Dilation Volvulus Bloat happens when gas or food stretch a dog's stomach. GDV happens when the distended stomach rotates, trapping the gas inside, and blocking off the stomach's blood supply.
How do you tell if your dog's stomach is distended?
What are the symptoms of bloat in dogs?1A swollen, hard belly.2Retching but not able to vomit.3Drooling.4Pain in the abdomen when touched.5Other signs of distress such as panting and restlessness.Bloat in dogs | Symptoms and treatment of bloat | Blue Cross
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