My dog has a hard, bloated stomach and won't eat. Need second opinion?

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My miniature schnauzer, 5 years old, has had a swollen, sometimes feels hard, bloated stomach. She won't eat much but drinks a lot. Our regular veterinarian did an x-ray and found nothing wrong. I am still very worried. If the veterinarian doesn't show any worry, should I get a second opinion? Did this happen to anyone else or has an idea of what could be wrong? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Female | spayed | 5 years and 1 month old | 12 lbs

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. A hard bloated stomach could be due to many causes including an obstruction, pancreatitis, gastritis, liver disease, kidney disease, and other causes. An x-ray would rule out a foreign body/obstruction, however it wouldn't show a gastritis/pancreatitis. I would recommend having bloodwork done, and if she is painful and has a bloated abdomen then an ultrasound may be required. Your vet may try some medications first for pancreatitis/gastritis without getting a definitive diagnosis, as they are both treated the same. If she is still sore and bloated, I would have her seen again. Good luck with Baby.

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