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Are my dog's tummy issues IBD, kidney disease, or GI cancer?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 10 lbs

Can IBD, kidney issues, and cancer of GI have similar symptoms?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, especially IBD and GI lymphoma. Usually GI lymphoma doesn't respond well or for long if treated as IBD. Dogs in kidney failure do not do well usually. I hope this helps!

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