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Why is my husky panting, vomiting, not eating, and not pooping?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | neutered | 7 years and 11 months old | 100 lbs

My husky is panting lethargic vomiting and not eating. He has also not been pooping

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 31st, 2017

I'm sorry Lucky isn't feeling well. If this has been going on for more than 1 day, then he should be seen by his veterinarian. There are too many causes to list that can make a dog vomit and not eat, but many can be serious. Panting in dogs is often a sign of pain or discomfort. When you take Lucky to the vet, be ready to answer questions about his regular diet, if he has eaten anything abnormal lately, does he chew on items, exposure to poisons or chemicals. As much information as you know about these things can help your vet narrow down possible causes for Lucky's illness. After examining Lucky they will make recommendations for further diagnostic tests such as blood tests or radiographs. I hope Lucky starts feeling better soon.

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    Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 30th, 2018

    Hello, sorry to hear about Wolfie. It sounds like he is having GI signs and panting. The panting is most likely secondary to his GI signs. Things that may cause this include a dietary indiscretion(most commonly in dogs), inflammation of the bowel, and infection with parasites or viruses. Less commonly, older dogs may develop cancer of their GI tract. Given the signs seem to be mild and he otherwise is eating, have Wolfie evaluated by your veterinarian tomorrow if his signs do not improve with a bland diet of plain white rice, skinless and boneless chicken, and low fat cottage cheese. If he is vomiting persistently or more than 4 times in one day, develops severe lethargy, or has bloody diarrhea, then have hime seen sooner. Hope this helps and best of luck.

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