In this article we will give you some basic advice on how to cure a dogs upset stomach.
If you have any worries about your dog or puppy it is very important that you get paid or free vet advice as soon as possible as the cause may be something more serious.
Of course there are a number of different reasons why your dog may get a bad stomach - in this article we have focused on stomach ulcers and bloat.
Bleeding Stomach Ulcers - Symptoms

• Your dog may start to vomit
• You may even notice some blood in the vomit
• Your pooch may become weak and lethargic
• Poop may appear black as blood develops in the stools
• You may notice that your dog loses his appetite
• Pain in the abdomen is also a symptom of bleeding ulcers
• Examine your dogs gums to see if they are pale as this is a symptom of the problem.
  

Bloat - Symptoms

• One of the biggest killers of dogs after Cancer - it is that serious
• This problem is caused by your dog swallowing air
• Your dog may try and vomit
• You may notice that your dog is very anxious
• Your dog may start to whine and even pace around
• Your pooch may struggle to poop and try licking the air
• Expect to see your dog drooling or salivating
• Your pooch may have a weak or fast pulse.
  

Below are some methods that can be used to cure a dogs upset stomach.

• Ant-acid medication may be prescribed
• Your vet may recommend that you change your dogs diet
• Herbal remedies such as Licorice Root may be prescribed by holistic vets as this can line the stomach wall.
  Aloe Vera is also an excellent remedy for easing vomiting problems.
  Holistic vets may prescribe Slippery Elm as this will also line the stomach wall and sooth the digestive tract.