Why is my senior dog's belly bloated and she's struggling to move?

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My female dog is 9 years old, will be 10 in May. She’s a smaller dog, weighs about 30-32 pounds. For about the last 4-5 days, her tummy looks bloated. She eats, drinks, and goes to the bathroom like normal, sometimes it’s hard, sometimes it’s soft/runny. She hasn’t pooped today however. She has a hard time getting up steps or onto couch. Any idea what this could be? Thanks in advance for help. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 9 years and 10 months old | 30 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Kira’s belly does look bloated. I recommend to have her examined today. Abdominal bloating can indicate many things and some of them are very serious such as ascites from heart failure or liver failure or even cancer. Sometimes the abdomen can become distended from protein loss or endocrine disease. All of these conditions require treatment and just like humans, treating conditions earlier can result in a better prognosis. I hope she starts feeling better quickly and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Why is my senior dog's belly bloated and she's struggling to move?

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