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Why is my puppy nauseous, whimpering, and in pain when touched?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Male | unneutered | 9 months and 20 days old | 7 lbs

My 8 month old cavalier puppy skeeter is very nauseous, and sensitive when picked up. He is whimpering in pain. And barks spontaneously out of pain.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 16th, 2018

It sounds as Skeeter is suffering from a gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. i would recommend taking him to the vet the first chance you get, he will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection he will need an anti nausea injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better.

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