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My dog vomited small blood spots. Could he have eaten something strange?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Dog vomited with small blood spots ( like round dots) but he keeps in good spirit . Is not coomon that on ocassion he eats strange objects, could be this?

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Answered By Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC

Veterinarian, Board-Certified Emergency/Critical Care Specialist

Published on December 31st, 2016

Dogs often vomit after foreign body ingestion but not often vomitus containing blood. When we see red or brown spots in vomitus, it is concerning for a gastric ulcer. You should have your pet evaluated by a veterinarian and discuss abdominal x-rays.

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