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My dog is throwing up, pacing, and panting. What can I do now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 4 years and 9 months old

My dog has thrown up three times in the past 30 mins, is pacing back and forth and panting. Is there anything I can do or give him?

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Answered By Christie Long, DVM

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 23rd, 2016

If he hasn't vomited again, and is starting to settle down, you can monitor him for and hour or two. Watch for continued restlessness and stretching, which can indicate abdominal discomfort and pain. If he's getting better you can offer a very small (1/4 to 1/2 cup) meal of boiled white meat chicken and boiled white rice. If he holds that down and seems interested offer more an hour later. Continue this as long as he continues to improve. If he continues to vomit he will unfortunately need medical care as he could have a gastrointestinal infection, he could have eaten something that has upset his system or even an intestinal blockage.

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