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Vomiting in Dogs

Vomiting in dogs is a symptom that is, to a certain extent, quite normal. If your dog vomits once in a while but does not show any other signs of health problems, there is probably nothing to worry about. However, if your dog suffers from chronic vomiting, a thoroughly examination is called for.

Signs of Vomiting in Dogs

Vomiting in Dogs

There are telltale signs which show that a dog is going to vomit.

One sign is that the dog tends to lick her mouth incessantly maybe because she drools before vomiting.

Another sign is you can see obvious contraction of the stomach muscles, very often accompanied by heaving, and sometimes gagging.

Even before any of these signs are showing, when my dog Hana feels like throwing up, she always comes to me with a "sick look" on her face and her tail is way down between her legs. Her body looks stiff - perhaps due to upset stomach. So if we are observant, we most likely can tell that a dog is going to vomit.

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Causes of Vomiting in Dogs

There are numerous reasons that may cause a dog to vomit.

Some causes for mild acute vomiting in dogs include:

Some causes for chronic vomiting in dogs include:

Besides problems in the digestive system, health problems in other parts of the body may also cause vomiting in dogs, such as:

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Some Ways to Prevent Mild Dog Vomiting

Depending on the cause of vomiting, here are some measures that can be taken to prevent dog vomiting:

  • If your dog often vomits in the morning or before eating and the expelled substance is a clear yellow or brownish fluid, it may mean that she has an upset stomach caused by excessive stomach acids. Feeding your dog more frequent meals in smaller portions may solve the problem.
  • If you feed your dog once a day, and your dog gulps down the food very fast because she is hungry, it is more likely that she will vomit after eating. Try feeding her several smaller meals - she may feel less hunger and may eat slower.
  • As anxiety is a cause for vomiting in dogs, make sure that your dog has no stress or anxiety in her life! For example, many dogs feel threatened and experience anxiety if they have to eat in the presence of other dogs. Therefore, letting your dog enjoy her meals in a quiet, non-threatening environment can remedy this vomiting cause.

When to Take Your Vomiting Dog to the Vet

If your dog suffers from chronic vomiting, or if she shows any of the following symptoms, take her to the veterinarian right away:

  • If the dog is vomiting more than 2-4 times a day.
  • If the vomit is foamy.
  • If there is blood in the vomitus.
  • If the vomitus is foul-smelling.
  • If the dog is weak or dehydrated*.
  • If the dog's belly is bloated.
  • If the dog is restless or panting, or seems to be in pain.
  • If the dog has a fever.

*To check for dehydration, pick up some skin on the back of your dog and let it drop. If the skin does not return to its original position immediately, it means dehydration.

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How to Deal With Dog Vomiting

Dog Vomiting

If your dog has mild, acute vomiting but is otherwise fine, try fasting her for 24 hours.

After 4 to 8 hours of fasting, you can give her some broth.

If she can keep the broth down, offer her a bit more food after another 8 hours. You can add a bit of well-cooked meat, and some well-cooked grains such as oatmeal or rice to the broth.

If your dog starts vomiting again, resume just feeding her broth for another 12 hours or so and try again.

If your dog is suffering from chronic vomiting, it is essential that you take her to the vet for a thoroughly check-up to find out the underlying cause.

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Natural Remedies for Dog Vomiting

Herbal and homeopathic remedies can be used effectively in treating vomiting in dogs. Please visit our page on Dog Vomiting Remedies for more information.



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Dog Vomiting Remedies

References

D. Hamilton, Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs (North Atlantic Books, 1999).
Pitcairn and Pitcairn, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats (Rodale, 2005).

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