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My dog is vomiting and has diarrhea. How can I rehydrate him safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 12 lbs

Earlier I asked what to do for my dog because I geave him wet food mixed with his kibble but this morning he woke up vomiting. The vet that gave me advise was verry helpful. But my fury best Freind now has diarrhea and is dehydrated. What can I give my dog that is safe to treat his dehydration?

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Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 10th, 2017

I am so sorry to hear that Buddy has diarrhoea and vomiting. This is common when food changes occur. I would start but resting his gastrointestinal tract for a few hours. Then place him on a bland diet which is easily digestiable such as boiled boneless chicken breast and Steamed rice. Though it is most likely the food change which has caused the issues, there are a number of other potential causes of such clinical signs, including dietary indiscretion, pancreatitis, parasite infestation, infection, and ingestion of a toxin or poison. Because you have only noticed these signs over the course of a few hours I would continue to monitor Buddy at home . For hydration purposes you can use low sodium chicken broth or save some of the broth you boil the chicken in and offer that to Buddy. Also provide plenty of fresh water. If Buddy does not improve, has profuse vomiting or diarrhoea, you notice fresh blood, Buddy seems lethargic, in pain or depressed I would advise a trip to the veterinarian. I hope that answer was helpful and more importantly that Buddy feels better soon. Warmest regards to you both.

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    Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

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    I'm sorry to hear Buddy isn't feeling well. If he can keep it down you can give him a couple of tablespoons of pedialyte (not grape flavor) every 2-3 hours. If he is still vomiting, I recommend seeing a vet to find the cause of the vomiting and diarrhea. They may need to take X-rays of his abdomen or run some blood work. Good luck and kisses to Buddy!

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