My dog with kidney disease is vomiting water. Is it an emergency?

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Has kidney disease,Lethargic,no appetite.Was taken to the Vet yesterday and seemed to perk up after given fluids and a shot.Now, back to same lethargic state but appears to have acid reflux,can't hold down water. Vet didn't know if it was just an upset stomach or something like pancreatitis(liver values weren't elevated).Could suddenly being able to not hold down water indicate something worse?Are her symptoms associated with intestinal upset and may feel this way for a few days?go back to vet? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 13 years and 10 months old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Athena is so sick! Yes, I would be concerned that not being able to keep down water is an indication of something worse, such as cancer which is always possible in a senior dog. It could also be an indication that her kidney disease is getting worseI would definitely take her back into a vet immediately. It's very serious when a dog with kidney disease cannot keep down water, as that will quickly lead to dehydration and damage to her kidneys. She needs IV fluids to prevent dehydration and testing to diagnose what is causing her vomiting. I'm not sure what testing was done, but I'm assuming blood work was done if her liver values were not not elevated. An abdominal x-ray may be called for in this case, but the vet can decide what tests would be best. Regardless, dehydration has to be avoided at all costs, so take Athena back into the vet right away.

My dog with kidney disease is vomiting water. Is it an emergency?

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