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My young puppy keeps vomiting. When should I worry and what to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | 2 months and 7 days old | 9 lbs

My pup has been vomiting..He vomited abt 8 times since morning...First he vomited twice and stayed normal ..And during night he was vomiting for every one hour...I'm totally worried.Wat should I do?

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Answered By Amy Poole, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 22nd, 2017

You should definitely take Bones in to your veterinarian if you are able to have him evaluated. He is so young that I am very concerned he is already dehydrated from that much vomiting. Bones could have several problems going on, such as intestinal parasites, eating something he shouldn't have (dietary indiscretion), or even a bacterial or viral infection (like parvovirus). He may need fluid therapy and anti-nausea medication. He also may need tests, like a fecal check for intestinal parasites, x-rays, and a parvo test, to see what is the underlying cause of his vomiting so he can get appropriate treatment.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

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    It sounds as Bones is suffering from a gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. 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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    Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

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    Oh dear, poor Bones! It is concerning that he has vomited this much in a relatively short period of time. Some of the most common causes of vomiting in young puppies include parvovirus, a foreign body intestinal obstruction, significant number of intestinal parasites, among others. Young puppies are far more susceptible to the effects of dehydration and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) than adult dogs, and can become more ill faster than adults. At this point, you should take Bones to his vet urgently for evaluation because he likely needs to have a test for parvovirus, stool sample for parasites and x-rays to check for signs of an obstruction. From there, his vet will determine the best course of treatment, likely including IV fluids. I hope that Bones feels better soon!

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