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My small Chihuahua puppy is ill. When should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 15 days old | 1lb

My Chihuahua puppy is ill

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2017

I'm sorry your puppy is ill. In a young small breed puppy any vomitting or diarrhea may become serious very quickly due to their small size. If chili is having vomiting or diarrhea I recommend finding a veterinarian today. If he has something else going on or you have other questions please feel free to repost with a little more information to see if we can help.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 17th, 2019

    Monitor him closely, if the vomiting carries on i would recommend taking him to the vet the first chance you get, he will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection he will need an anti vomiting injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better.

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