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I have an 1 year old english bulldog that I just found lying in the yard. he will not walk or stand up. his breathing is labored and his stomach is swollen. He has a round hard shape sticking out of his side the size of a tennis ball. Can you tell me what to do to help him?

Submitted: 21 days and 6 hours ago.
Category: Dog
Value: $15
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Pet's Gender: Male
Pet's Age: 1
Type of Animal: English Bulldog

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Posted by Texas Veterinarian 21 days and 6 hours ago.

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Hello. Thanks for writing in. I am concerned that he has a bloated stomach, a twisted stomach, a twisted spleen or fluid in his abdomen. The round hard shape may be a herniation. It depends on where it is located. It may be related to some type of trauma. Either way, it sounds like he needs to get veterinary attention immeidately. I would get him to your nearest veterinary emergency clinic. He may have a respiratory issue or the labored breathing could be related to pain. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Hope this helps.

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I think that he may have actually swallowed a tennis ball. Is it possible for him to pass it? The knot is on his left side in his stomach

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If he swallowed a tennis ball, he will not be able to pass it. It is possible that he could have a gastrointestinal obstruction. This could be causing his signs, especially if the intestinal tract is perforated, causing a peritonitis (inflammation/infection in the abdominal cavity).

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Expert: Texas Veterinarian
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Answered: 11/2/2009

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