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My puppy threw up once but is eating and active. Is he okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 40 day gsd puppy vomits one time in today's morning. Now after 12 hours he don't vomit again. He is active and interested in eating. He seems ok. Is this a good sign. I was so tensed because of this because my previous puppy died because of chronic vomiting. Tell me in details the reasons of vomit. Thanks

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 28th, 2016

It is difficult to tell you exactly the reason of the vomiting episode. What I can tell you is that in puppies the most common reasons for it are related to diet and to gastrointestinal infections/parasite infestations. Chronic vomiting is dangerous because it can lead to dehydration and severe secondary complications in puppies. Make sure your new gsd is regularly vaccinated and dewormed.

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