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My 1-year-old pit is throwing up and has diarrhea. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 2 lbs

Hi I have a blue blue nose pit that is 1 year old and he has been throwing up and having diarrhea what should I do

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on June 23rd, 2017

I'm sorry to hear that Loin isn't feeling well. Vomiting and diarrhea in a young dog can be caused by a variety of conditions, but the most common include parvovirus (unlikely if he has been fully vaccinated), gastroenteritis (stomach upset) from eating different foods, table scraps or treats, intestinal parasites, or another GI virus. Since his diarrhea looks quite liquid with possible blood in it (difficult to tell from the picture), I recommend taking Loin to his vet for evaluation. The vet will be able to run a test for parvovirus, stool sample to check for parasites, and any other indicated testing to get to the bottom of this issue. If Loin is dehydrated, he may need IV fluids. Until you can get to the vet, withhold food for 12-24 hours. After that time, talk to Loin's vet about starting him on a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice for a few days before gradually transitioning back to his normal dog food over another 5-7 days. I hope that Loin feels better soon!

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    Answered By Rebecca, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 1st, 2018

    I recommend taking Blue to the vet. Vomiting and diarrhea can be caused by many different things but can become quickly serious in a young dog. The vet may recommend checking for parasites or parvovirus or other tests depending on what Blue looks like on exam.

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