Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your dog.
• If your dog’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Vomiting can happen for many different reasons.
• If the vomiting is persistent and frequent your dog should be evaluated by a veterinarian right away.
• Other symptoms can help identify the cause.
• Please repeat the Pet Health Checker to assess symptoms not already addressed.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • When did vomiting begin?
  • How many times has your dog vomited?
  • Have you seen any blood in the vomit?
  • How would you describe the vomit (color, consistency)?
  • What other symptoms have you noticed?
• Your dog may need diagnostic tests like:
  • Blood work and urinalysis
  • X-rays
  • Stool sample examination
  • Abdominal examination
  • Treatments, such as fluids for dehydration, anti-nausea medications
  • Easy to digest food

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