My dog is throwing up and it looks like dirt. What should I do?

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My dog 18lbs mini schnauzer started vomiting this am. First it appeared to be dirt. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | neutered | 9 years and 6 months old | 18 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, I'm Dr. Johnson. Sorry to hear Stoli is sick. Causes of vomiting are: eating something gross (dirt?), foreign body, viral infections, pancreatitis, metabolic issues (kidney, liver, gall bladder problems) or intestinal disease. If he is lethargic it might be best to have him seen by a veterinarian. Options are to fast him, both water and food, for 12-24 hours then restart feeding as "sip and nibble" of a bland diet of boiled chicken or hamburger mixed with rice. Feed 1 cup total per day. If he continued to vomit while being fasted or after you restart feeding he should be seen by a Vet. They may take X-rays or do blood work. I wish Stoli the best of luck!

My dog is throwing up and it looks like dirt. What should I do?

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