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My dog overfed, now bloated, and has loose stool. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female

I overfed my pup this afternoon as I thought she was hungry. At night she didn't eat.was restless. I called my vet who was out of town . He told that it's indigestion n to give her some water.she drank and then her stomach bloated.she then passed loose motion.the bloat has reduced. She is sleeping now..it's 2 in the night n I can't sleep.i tried reached vet hospitals but none responded.i am really worried..will she be okay?i 'll take her to the vet in the morning.i feel like she's bloating again

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on February 17th, 2017

The passing of bowel motions is positive, as is the fact she is willing to drink water. If she begins vomiting, especially empty retching you will need to source emergency care for her but otherwise report to your regular vet in the morning. A probiotic supplement will help restore gut balance once the over indulgence has passed

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