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My puppy overdosed on dewormer and is vomiting. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | 2 months and 16 days old | 8 lbs

My 11 week old puppy was actcidently overdoesed on worming tablets. He has spewed up two large piles of vomit. Should I be concerned??

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on July 3rd, 2017

Since he is vomiting then yes I would contact your vet and let them know how much dewormer he received and the type of dewormer. They may want to see him and they may give him some fluids to help flush his system and some anti-nausea medicine. I hope he starts to feel better.

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