My dog is bloated and gassy after deworming for worms. What helps?

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Penelope has been sick since Tuesday night. She threw up for two days and threw up a round worm. I called my vet and was told to give her safeguard for horses for 3 days. The first day I gave it to her she got bloated and gassy. She is still going to the bathroom and her poop has not changed. She is much better now, but still pretty bloated and very gassy when its bed time, could it have been from the meds? Can I give her anything to relieve some pressure?? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | spayed | 6 months and 5 days old | 27 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor girl. Penelope likely had a large worm load that is going to take some time to go away. Her large bloated belly is likely the remaining worms in her system. Continue to give her the dewormer as instructed and you can also add some fiber to her diet by giving her 1-2 tsp of canned Pumpkin (not the filing) in her food daily for 7-10 days or as needed. This will help harden her stools and also help regulate her bowels. The gas she has also is directly related to the worms, so once the worm load decreases this will improve as well. She also likely will appear gassier as the worms work their way out her system. As long as she is eating well and not vomiting still she will likely be fine. If she is fully vaccinated, I would recommend taking her on 20-30 minute brisk walks and gentle tummy rubs to help her naturally decrease the gas in her stomach. If this doesn't work, then call your vet to discuss possible anti-gas medication that he can prescribe for her. I hope she feels better soon!

My dog is bloated and gassy after deworming for worms. What helps?

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