Why is my dog constipated for 2 days with a hard, swollen belly?

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My boxer 6yrs is constipted 2nd day.She’s in a good spirit&drinks loads of water. She wasn’t eating until last night. She is standing up or sit down&have swollen hard bellly. Very excited going walkies. But lethargic. Yesterday all day was drinking loads of water to make herself throw up- pure transparent watery substance. I have done enema with soapy water&after she has done watery poo with few solid pieces, then very little diarrhea for few hrs. Today no poo. Swollen hard belly. Pee is normal. Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | unspayed

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Poor Bell! Since she has been constipated for two days and your enema did not produce much relief, I recommend to take her in to see her veterinarian. A hard tummy is concerning. Constipation can result due to a lack of fiber in the diet, the nerves not firing properly to stimulate the movement of the intestines, a tumor, or if she ate something that is causing a blockage. The doctor may recommend a radiograph to look at the intestines and for any obvious causes. The doctor can also provide suppositories to help produce a stool and also stool softeners to try to move things through. The longer you wait, the worse it can get so I recommend heading in today if at all possible.

Why is my dog constipated for 2 days with a hard, swollen belly?

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