Dog regurgitates water - multiple vet visits and we still don't know the cause

I'm sorry to hear that your dog is having trouble with regurgitating water. I know it can be really frustrating when you're not getting clear answers. Let's see if we can figure this out together.



Regurgitation often happens when something is interfering with the movement of food or water from the mouth to the stomach. This can be due to issues like esophageal disorders, such as megaesophagus, where the esophagus becomes dilated and loses its ability to move food properly. Another possibility could be related to gastrointestinal issues that might not have been fully identified.



At home, you can try a few things. Offering smaller amounts of water more frequently, rather than allowing your dog to drink a large amount all at once, might minimize the likelihood of regurgitation. Consider elevating the water dish to help gravity assist in moving the water down the esophagus.



Keep a close eye on any signs of serious issues, like difficulty breathing, weight loss, coughing, or lethargy, as they could indicate aspiration pneumonia, which can occur if water gets into the lungs.



It might also be a good idea to have a video consult with one of our veterinarians here on Dial A Vet to go over your dog’s history and symptoms in detail. We’ll help you get to the bottom of this.