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Why is my dog bloated, not eating, and in pain? Is it an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 10 months old | 35 lbs

Could you advise of the possible condition of my dog, he is not him self, not eating, possible boated stomach, in some pain, more needy than normal, I am thinking GDV

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on October 12th, 2017

If you are concerned about a GDV, Ronnie should be evaluated by a vet immediately. This a life-threatening issue that needs emergency surgical correction. Other possible causes of the symptoms you have described include dietary indiscretion, food allergy, intestinal parasites, GI blockage, gastroenteritis, bacterial or viral infection, IBD, pancreatitis, among others.

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