My new Yorkie puppy has a big belly and breathes fast. Is he okay?

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I just got a new yorkie and his belly is expanded. He has a shortness of breath as well. He is playing and sleeping just fine but he still has a shortness of breath. I have a feeling his previous owners have fed him too much food as he just started to transition to dry food or he still has worms inside of him as his deworming process is not fully complete. It's been a couple hours since his last meal, but it has not went down yet. He is very happy and energetic though. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 10 days old | 4 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It isn't unusual for puppies this young to have a big belly after eating. I would make the meals smaller and feed him more frequently. You are also correct that he likely has intestinal parasites, deworming him will help but it will take time. If his stomach enlarges enough it can put pressure on the diaphragm and change breathing patterns. That's why I would feed small meals frequently for a while. Otherwise puppies do breath faster than adults, especially when sleeping. Since he is otherwise doing well I would just watch him closely and follow your vet's vaccination and deworming schedule. Good luck!

My new Yorkie puppy has a big belly and breathes fast. Is he okay?

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