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My puppy's stomach is bloated and gassy. What can I do to help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 5 days old

My puppy was a stray,a vet gave him to me.ever since his stomach has been bloated.The vet said he ate to fast so he got gas.i started feeding him myself,nothing has changed.his starting to eat dry food.his appetite or energy havent changed at all.his stool is solid and normal.at night i can hear his stomach make noices like bubbles popping.he doesnt have worms.just worried bc his stomach gets really big it looks like he's pregnant. Should i give him pepto or what should i do?

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Answered By Bobbi Musgrove, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 6th, 2017

Some of what you are describing for Prince sounds like normal puppy behavior. I do not recommend any over-the-counter people medications unless your regular veterinarian gives you the recommended dosage and frequency that Prince could have. You can try to slow down his eating habits by purchasing a special bowl. You should be able to find some at a local pet store or online. It might be wise to pre-moisten and expand the dry kibble you are feeding with warm water so that it doesn't expand after eaten and cause some GI distress. If Prince develops diarrhea or vomiting, have him examined by your veterinarian to ensure that he hasn't picked up any kind of infection such as a parasite or virus.

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