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Why is my dog still vomiting after Parvo, but diarrhea stopped?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Saint Bernard | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 29 days old | 60 lbs

My dog has been vomiting in a gap of 2-4 days. He was treated for Parvo but vomiting has not stopped. Diarrhea has stopped. What could the reason be?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 11th, 2017

If Alexaander has been treated for parvovirus recently it is concerning that he is still vomiting. Sometimes dogs with parvovirus can develop an intussusception, which is a condition where the intestine folds in on itself causing an obstruction. This could cause diarrhea to stop while vomiting continues. Severe dehydration could also cause this. I would recommend a recheck with the vet who initially treated Alexaander: they may recommend some tests like an x-ray or additional treatment to control nausea and correct dehydration.

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 6th, 2017

    Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Milo is super cute! Parvo can be a very nasty intestinal virus and I have seen it wax and wan during it's course. I don't think it is unusual for the vomiting to stop temporarily then resume. Sometimes I feel they have to hit rock bottom before they start to get better. The drooling indicated nausea so that makes sense the vomiting followed. I am assuming Milo is under a Veterinarians care. I would call them and ask to refill antinausea medications or if you have them already and had stopped them, then I recommend restarting. If he continues to be very lethargic and vomit you should take him some where today for fluids and to have them feel his belly. I wish you and Milo the best of luck!

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