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Originally Posted by bjh  Has this puppy been seen by a vet? I don't recommend worming without knowing if it is necessary. You could be doing a lot of damage to the pup by giving him a lot of unnecessary drugs. I have read that flagyl should not be given to puppies. What type of food is the puppy on? The bloating could be caused by flatulence (gas building up in abdomen) or something more serious like a pancreatic disorder or liver disorder. I have also read that Flagyl (metronidazole) can cause bloating. |
The dog arrived with distended abdomen. Flagyl is given to pups all the time, in correct dosage. This pup is on the same food the breeder had him on which is Fromm Puppy Food, an excellent dogfood. The pup will visit the Vet in the next day or two, as soon as he can be fitted in for xrays, blood panel and checkup. This pup has no gas, poops are firm, not runny. Food just sits too long in the stomach. Digestive issue of some sort? Dont know.