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My dog is throwing up clear/yellow and breathing heavy. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 35 lbs

My dog has thrown up 7 times today it's sometimes clear and some yellow in color and now is breathing a little heavy what could this be?

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Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 30th, 2017

Hello- Morgan could be having nausea due to eating something, an infection, inflammation of her stomach or other causes. The breathing heavy could be from exertion from the vomiting but could also indicate aspiration, where the vomit is inhaled which can be very serious. I recommend withholding food and water while Morgan is still vomiting and watching her closely. If her breathing gets worse she should see a veterinarian ASAP. Otherwise I would monitor her and if no improvement in a few hours contact your veterinarian to set up an exam.

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