It’s among the common issues for dogs to throw up every once in a while, – especially if they’ve wolfed down their dinner too fast. But sometimes it can be a sign of something more serious going on. As a dog owner, you’ll know that your pup can be notorious for eating everything in sight and this isn’t always savory. From eating another animal’s poo to toilet roll tubes, everything’s on the menu! And this can result in dog vomiting.
When your dog is throwing up, it’s a way for them to rid their system of anything indigestible, but sometimes it can be a sign of something more serious and an underlying disease or clinical condition. If your puppy is vomiting, you may be wondering whether it is serious and you should be thinking about seeking help from a vet. Keep reading to discover all the possible reasons why they may do this and the dog vomiting treatments available.
What Symptoms Should I Watch For?
The causes of vomiting are so varied that sometimes obtaining a diagnosis can be difficult, so it’s important to give your veterinarian as much information as possible and indicate if other signs are also occurring. What to watch for:
- Frequency of vomiting. If your dog vomits once and proceeds to eat regularly and have a normal bowel movement, the vomiting was most likely an isolated incident.
- Diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Lethargy
- Blood in vomit
- Weight loss
- Change in appetite
- Increase or decrease in thirst or urination
When Is It Time to See the Vet?
Please see your vet if you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, if your dog vomits more than once during the course of a day, or if vomiting persists past one day.
What Are Some Treatment Options?
To treat and prevent further bouts of vomiting, you can baby your dog as you would a sick child and give him homemade food such as boiled potatoes, rice and well-cooked, skinless chicken. In certain situations, your dog may require fluid therapy, antibiotics, a change in diet, antiemetics (drugs to help control dog vomiting) or other medication. It is best to follow your veterinarian’s recommendations regarding appropriate treatment.