My senior Maltese growls when I touch his stomach. Is he in pain?

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I have a Maltese, 10 years old. Male. He will not let me touch his stomach usually he loves belly rubs but he growls every time I try. He will not let me pick him up either. He has a hx of IVDD but he lets me touch his back and is moving fine. What could be wrong? Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | neutered | 10 years and 2 months old | 10 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

He may have a tummy ache, which is making him uncomfortable. Give it a few days to a week to see if he is still uncomfortable in his belly. If he continues to show sensitivity after that time frame then it's a good idea to just get him examined by your vet to make sure there is nothing to worry about, like organomegaly (enlarged organs) in the belly.

My senior Maltese growls when I touch his stomach. Is he in pain?

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