Why does my dog have stomach cramps and a hard belly? Is it serious?

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HI, imma be going to the vet but i figured asking on here as well about my current issue. My dog is a Yorkshire Terrier and every other day he gets what i believe are stomach cramps. He lays on the ground and his stomach becomes hard, and he seems to not be able to move as well maybe due to cramping. Any thoughts as to what this could be? And is it serious? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | 14 lbs

Juliana, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear platanito isn't feeling himself. He may be having episodes of stomach or intestinal pain that could cause him to tense his belly the way you are describing. If this is the case it can be caused by eating things that inflame the stomach or pancreas and you can offer him a very bland diet (boiled chicken breast and white rice OR chicken baby food for example) until your appointment with the vet. Another reason they can appear to tense their belly, lay down and be hesitant to move is back pain. If this is the case it's important to keep him very quiet and prevent jumping until his vet evaluates him. I hope he is feeling better very soon.

Why does my dog have stomach cramps and a hard belly? Is it serious?

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