At the first signs of bloat it is vital to act quickly. Do not wait for things to get worse and do not hesitate to call your vet for prompt advice.
Mix ¾ cup of water with ½ cup of baking soda and syringe some (carefully) into the lambs mouth. This will help neutralise the gas.
Massage the lambs stomach area, this helps the gas move. The lamb may belch or pass gas, this is a good thing.
Powdered ginger may help with mild cases of bloat. Mix two tablespoons of ginger in a small amount of warm water and administer with a syringe. Ginger has traditionally been used for the treatment of gastro-intestinal ailments. Pain meds may also be given to affected lambs.
Hold off giving any food
The vet may need to insert a tube into the lambs stomach to help the gas escape or a needle may need to be inserted into the stomach.
If you have penicillin on hand, give 2ml into the muscle and another 2ml orally.