My dog regurgitates without warning. Is it megaesophagus or reflux?

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My dog recently had bile issues but now she is on a prescription diet but she still occasionally regurgitates like liquid sometimes a little food no warning like this morning putting her leash on And there is goes all over me....she has done this off and on for last few years. Is this normal should I be concerned? Just got past a uti and vomiting every day so just making sure about this issue too. Thanks for your input. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 5 years and 5 months old | 11 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Kiwi. So when this happens, do it just come up without any abdominal effort? Like it just "falls" out? If so, then this may be true regurgitation and could be a sign of megaesophagus. I would definitely talk to your vet about this. If your vet thinks this is the cause, they may recommend some x-rays. It is recommended to feed these dogs in a elevated position. You have build or buy a "Bailey Chair" which is used for this purpose. They are suppose to eat small frequent meals and kept in the bailey chair for ~30 minutes after eating to help with digestion. If there is abdominal effort then it is likely vomiting which could be caused by acid reflux. I would feed her last meal about 30 minutes prior to bedtime and then give her an antacid medication at bedtime. This helps to decrease the acid in her stomach overnight to help prevent the morning vomiting. I would ask your vet which antacid would be safe for her and what dose they suggest. I hope this helps !

My dog regurgitates without warning. Is it megaesophagus or reflux?

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