My dog threw up multiple times and is hiding. Should I worry?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Rat Terrier | Male | neutered | 12 lbs
my rat terrier threw up three regurgitated 3 times after he woke up in the middle of the night afterwards he seemed scared and hid in the corner of my bed he ate if the food was in my hand same for water. he is currently sleeping of a potty pad i put on my bed i was wondering if i should be concerned
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Published on June 7th, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Chewie. If his energy levels appear normal and he has stopped vomiting you can continue to observe him. We normally recommend nothing orally for 6 to 8 hours (no food or water) after vomiting to give the stomach a rest and then slowly reintroduce water then food http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=353. If he continues to vomit then a vet exam is needed. Other reasons to seek veterinary care include lethargy/weakness, pale gums, painful or swollen abdomen, or vomiting blood.
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Published on December 23rd, 2018
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Chewie. Are you missing anything in the home that he may have eaten resulting in a blockage? If so, he will need x-rays. Typically with an obstruction though, the pet continues to vomit any food and water consumed. Most dogs are acting very ill as well. If he continues to vomit, begins to act ill or you know something is missing, then he should be seen right away. Otherwise, it should be safe to monitor him as it sounds like he is improving. I hope this information helps!
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Published on June 25th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! There are a few possibilities here. One possibility is that he has dietary indiscretion (upset stomach) which is causing him these signs. Another possibility (and more concerning) is something like a gastrointestinal obstruction causing him the signs. I would recommend a visit to your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They may take abdominal radiographs and consider symptomatic treatment to make him feel better right away. I would shy away from those treats in the future. Good luck and have a great day!
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