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Jack Russel Terrier Problem?

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Question

Baxter at about three
My 9 year old Jack Russell has these 2 swollen spots that are (I will try to describe the location as best I can)on hi sides right above his hind quarters.Sometimes they seem to swell and his stomach gets hard and he will go through a moment of discomfort and then it go away and his stomach is no longer hard but the bumps on his sides are still there .He has been having bowel movements but I don't know if he could be going better.Could you give me an Idea what this may sound like to you?

Answer
Sorry Mike, there's no real way to diagnose something without seeing the dog. It SOUNDS like they could be his inguinal lymph nodes - which swell when fighting infection. I suggest taking him to your veterinarian to be seen and tested. Best of luck with Baxter (he's cute!).