My dog is throwing up, weak, with pale gums. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year old
My dog has been severely throwing up. Gums are white and cold and she's really weak. What do I need to do
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Published on October 10th, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is very concerning as severe vomiting can result in hypovolemic shock (decreased circulating blood volume) which can be life-threatening. This can result in pale gums and weakness as you describe. The vomiting can happen from many conditions such as a gastrointestinal foreign body ingestion and obstruction, pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further evaluation and treatment. This is a medical emergency. At the very least, they can start IV fluids and start medications to try to stop the vomiting while they find out what is affecting her. I hope that she makes a full recovery! Good luck!
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Published on December 6th, 2017
I am so sorry to hear that your pet is so ill. Pale gums is a life threatening condition and can indicate anaphylactic shock, severe anemia due to blood loss or immune mediated hemolytic anemia, or underlying heart disease. She needs to be seen by a vet right away or she is likely to not make it unfortunately. I would suggest looking into financial assistance options for her such as : Carecredit.com http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html I surely hope you can get her seen and are able to help her pull through. I send my very best to you and Little girl. Take care.
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