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Dog vomited blood after milk. Is it lactose intolerance or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 11 days old | 6.61 lbs

My dog drank her milk then suddenly she vomits it with blood once early this morning. Then she poop, but it is firm. Now shes eating well, I also mix water with sugar for her. Also, shes in heat since thursday afternoon. Shes acting normal aftet she vomit. What it could be?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 6th, 2016

Some dogs are lactose intolerant and dairy products can cause gas, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. It may be that the milk caused some inflammation in her stomach and intestines causing her to vomit. You should not give her anymore milk and just feed her a high quality dog food and fresh water. If she starts vomiting again than she should be examined by a vet for treatment.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

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    The milk could have caused Mira to vomit. It's never recommended to feed a dog diary products because they cause GI upset. I would also not give her water with sugar. Sugar is not healthy for dogs, and will cause her to gain weight. Being obese will predispose her to health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, and joint problems. Mira only needs water to drink. I would refrain from giving her anymore milk or sugar water, and monitor her for now because she is eating and acting normal. If she does vomit again, especially if she vomits blood, then she needs to see a vet immediately.

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