A hunched back: if your dog’s sitting or standing in an unnatural position, it’s likely due to abdominal pain Nausea: vomiting and diarrhea are normal on occasion for dogs, but if they’re happening repeatedly or for days at a time, this is a sign of pancreatitis Lethargy: your dog might have less energy; they might start sleeping more or refuse to go on walks with you Swollen abdomen: check whether your dog’s abdomen is distended or swollen—this could be a sign that they’re suffering from pancreatitis Gagging: heaving and gagging is a sure sign of an upset stomach in dogs, so if you notice your dog gagging regularly, they might be dealing with pancreatitis Salivating: when your dog has an upset stomach, they might start salivating. If you notice your dog salivating more than usual, this could be due to pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis can be more difficult to spot and diagnose, since it happens slowly over time. However, treatment options for both acute and chronic pancreatitis are the same.
