Why is my dog's stomach getting big? What causes abdominal swelling?

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His stomach is getting fatty May be problem of fluid bloating. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 6 years and 2 months old

Stacey Anstaett, DVM · Accepted Answer

If he is retching like he wants to vomit but cannot, take him to the vet IMMEDIATELY, as this could be a sign of a possible GDV (twisted stomach bloat) which is a surgical emergency. Likewise, if he is very weak, if his gums appear pale, or his cannot rise on his own, take him IMMEDIATELY, as this would concern me for a possible hemoabdomen (bleeding into the abdomen, often caused by a ruptured tumor on the spleen; this too is life threatening and time sensitive. Fluid buildup in the abdomen is possible as well and can occur for a number of reasons. The following are some possible causes: -liver failure -low proteins -cancer -heart failure -fluid around the heart -heartworm disease Other possible causes for a distended abdomen that occur more gradully can include: enlarged liver weight gain cancer Regardless of the cause of the appearance of his abdomen, you do need to have him seen by a vet very soon. Please refer back to the first 2 paragraphs and take him to a vet ER if he falls into either of those categories. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Why is my dog's stomach getting big? What causes abdominal swelling?

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