My dog is sick and won't eat after vet visit and Deramaxx. What now?

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I took my dog to the vet for a broken nail. They anaesthetized him and also gave him his annual shots. He was sent home with Deramaxx for inflammation and now he is experiencing vomiting, bloody diarrhea, loss of appetite, and lethargy. I have withheld food and water for 24 hours and now he will drink but not eat. Skin pinch test does not indicate dehydration. Deramaxx was discontinued after 1 dose. What can I do to get him to eat? Pet's info: Dog | Bulldog | Male | unneutered

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

You should call your vet and give him/her an update as your vet may want to recheck your dog. Discontinuing the Deramaxx was the correct thing to do. If the vomiting has stopped than you could try some chicken breast and white rice and see if he will eat that and then gradually get him back on his regular food. If he still won't eat, than your vet should run bloodwork on him to check his liver and kidney function. Hope he feels better soon!

My dog is sick and won't eat after vet visit and Deramaxx. What now?

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