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My 8-week-old puppy died suddenly after vomiting. What happened?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 30 lbs

hi, my puppy died this morning suddenly she was only 8weeks old yesterday she had been not been active just laying around she stop eating and drinking she was vomiting all day.. then this morning we woke up she was dead I don't understand what happen to her I'm so heartbroken..

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on June 16th, 2017

I am sorry to hear of your loss but cannot provide any explanation as to the cause, a full post mortem would be recommended in order to determine the underlying cause and guide future prevention if you have other pups. Your vets office can advise on arrangements

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