Dog's stomach noisy, not eating, antacids don't work. What's next?

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Hi, my japanese chin has a recurring problem with her stomach. from time to time, and more often now that she is getting older, her belly makes the loudest, squeaky type noise that can actually keep me awake. She stops eating and drinking for 1 to 2 days, and I used to force water down her but now I just let it run it's course. Her vet told me to give her antacid pills and didn't seem too concerned last visit for this, but the pills don't do anything. any suggestions? Pet's info: Dog | Japanese Chin | Female | spayed | 11 years and 6 months old | 9 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I was going to suggest the same thing with the pepcid or antacid pills. If that doesn't help I would look into getting her some probiotics like fortiflora which is a powder that goes over the food and can be given daily long term. Another option would be proviable which is a paste that you give orally. Both I would suggest to give long term. I would also make sure your vet has ruled out all parasites including giardia. I have had several patients in the past who have had giardia and showed similar signs. I hope this helps!

Dog's stomach noisy, not eating, antacids don't work. What's next?

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