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Dog vomiting, diarrhea, not drinking: Is it time for the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 12 years and 8 months old | 8 lbs

My dog throws up everytime she tries to eat and has had diarrhea for over 24 hours. I know she has not drank water in the past 8 hours or so. Should I be concerned?

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on February 1st, 2017

Yes, given Snivker's age and the fact she is losing fluid both through sickness and diarrhoea , she is at risk of becoming dehydrated and going into hypovolaemic shock. I would recommend that she is seen promptly by a veterinarian.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 23rd, 2018

    I would take Fancy into a vet immediately. It's very concerning that she can't even keep down water, and that combined with vomiting and diarrhea will lead her to be dehydrated very quickly. With an older dog, dehydration can have serious causes on the kidneys. I would find a vet to see her now. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on August 2nd, 2019

    I'm sorry to hear Tony is so ill. Since he is vomiting and having diarrhea for several days, and is unable to keep anything down at all, it is best to seek veterinary care ASAP, as not being able to eat or drink can quickly make a dog dehydrated. Issues such as illness, viral diseases, parasites, GI upset, etc can all cause the symptoms you described, which is why it is so important to get veterinary care and figure out the cause.

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