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My dog threw up partially digested food hours after eating. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 30 lbs

My dog lizzie puked out partially digested food last night (photo attached) 4 hrs after we fed her. She was given boiled rice and eggs which she loves. This is the second time something like this has happened. There was no blood in the vomit though. Should I be worried??

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 14th, 2018

I'm sorry Lizzie has been vomiting. Assuming she is acting normal otherwise, I would recommend holding her off of food for 24hrs. Be sure to provide her with plenty of fresh water so she does not become dehydrated. Hopefully resting her GI tract for a period of time. If she starts acting ill or continues to vomit, she will need to be seen by her veterinarian. I hope this information helps. Good luck to you and Lizzie!

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