Why is my chihuahua's stomach big and drinking lots of water?

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Hello I have a six year old chihuahua and yesterday I noticed her stomach looked bigger than normal and she started drinking a lot more water than normal. She made chirping noises through the night and most of today. She sleeps fine and hasn’t been locking or biting herself. I tried to feel on her tummy and see if she yelped or anything but she did nothing. She’s still using the bathroom and eating regularly. Should I be concerned? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Long Coat) | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 3 months old | 10 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It is possible that Roo could be pregnant? It could also be she has a pyometra (an infection of the uterus), which would also cause her stomach to look bigger and her to drink more water. I would have her checked out by a vet in the next few days as long as she is acting normally. Take her into an ER immediately if she starts vomiting, stops eating, becomes very lethargic, or has discharge from her vulva. Best of luck.

Why is my chihuahua's stomach big and drinking lots of water?

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