Why is My Dog Vomiting?

Is your pal vomiting more than once or twice? This can be a sign of a serious problem. Read below to learn why your pal may be vomiting.

Eating Too Fast

If your pal vomits once and otherwise seems happy, healthy, and normal, they likely had an upset stomach. This can be caused by eating too fast. So, if your pall is constantly scarfing down their meals, consider a slow-feeding bowl.

Eating a Foreign Object

Young pups and specific breeds may eat inedible objects. This can include trash, bones, socks, and anything else they can get their paws on. While most objects will pass through the intestinal tract, some will get stuck and lead to problems and emergency surgery.

Eating Something Poisonous

If your pal eats rat poison, chocolate, coffee, pennies, and some houseplants, it can cause vomiting. Additionally, there are other common household items that you may not realize are toxic to your pal. If you are ever worried about poisoning, call the pet poison control helpline.

Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis symptoms include vomiting and loss of appetite. This inflammation of the pancreas is caused by multiple things, one being the consumption of fatty foods. However, with treatment from your vet, your pal will make a full recovery.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

This term describes chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms of this disease include vomiting, diarrhea, and little appetite. The disease can be caused by diet, parasites, or bacteria. So, if your pal is consistently vomiting, visit your vet to rule out this disease.

Bloat

If your pal is heaving like they are going to throw up, but never produces any vomit, they may have bloat. This is normally accompanied by a distended abdomen and pain. It is important to get your furry friend to the vet as soon as possible. Additionally, bloat is very serious and potentially life-threatening. Take action to prevent bloat and treat it as quickly as possible.

If you are concerned about your companion, contact your vet immediately. They will give you a professional opinion on the cause of the problem and a course of treatment.