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My dog keeps vomiting phlegm frequently. What could be the reason?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | spayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 28 lbs

My Frenchton is 3 and she is starting to vomit phlegm. It happened about 1 month ago and she has dose it 4 times with in the month.

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Answered By Amber W

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on December 5th, 2017

This could indicate a number of things. It possible that Chloe developed a food sensitivity, reflux, gastrointestinal stasis, internal organ issues, or esophageal inflammation. If the vomiting continues it would be best to have Chloe examined by a veterinarian. She may need X-rays or even blood work to determine the cause of the vomiting. A bland diet of boiled chicken and sweet potato can be offered for a day or two to see if this helps settle Chloe's stomach, but if the vomiting continues she will need to see a veterinarian for medication options. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and I hope Chloe's issue resolves quickly!

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    Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 4th, 2017

    I would try a bland diet of boiled boneless chicken and white rice. This is easily digestible for his upset gastrointestinal tract. You can also add cooked skinless sweet potato to help with the diarrhoea. It is difficult to say whether Chloe has an infection or perhaps parasite infestation. If she does not perk up soon, the diarrhoea continues, she bonus, seems weak it lethargic I would advise taking her to see a veterinarian as soon as possible.

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    Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

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    Published on October 3rd, 2017

    Hello, sorry to hear about Chloe. Most common causes of diarrhea and vomiting may include a dietary indiscretion, inflammatory bowel disease, parasites and viral infections. Other causes may include liver, kidney, pancreatic, or Addison's disease. You can continue to feed her the pedialyte and offer a bland diet of plain white rice, skinless and boneless boiled chicken, and cottage cheese low fat for 3-5 days. Ultimately, if this does not improve, Chloe may need to be evaluated by a veterinarian to assess for any of the above conditions and administer the appropriate medications. Best of lock and hope this helps

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 20th, 2019

    It could be Chloe has a severe GI illness, may have eaten something rotten, has a foreign body, or pancreatitis. Given that she has been vomiting for four days, it's time to see a vet. Please take her into one immediately.

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