We are getting a 8 week male pug puppy. When going to visit him, we noticed that his stomach was really big for his size. They current owner said his stomach looks extinguished or something of the sort. He was so tiny and his stomach was big and caused him to move alot slower than his two sisters born at the same time as him. While his sister were jumping on our feet and standing up he just kind stood there moving slowly. We just want to know what condition it may be so we can be prepared.

Updated On January 11th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | 2 months and 12 days old | 4 lbs

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

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A large belly in a puppy is typically going to be caused by either a severe intestinal parasite problem or an underlying congenital heart defect which is causing ascites. These are two very different diagnoses, therefore you will have to get Nikko examined b your vet to determine which is likely the cause. I do hope that he just has a large parasite (worm) load which can be easily treated for. Best of luck and take care.

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