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My puppy ate a puppy pad, threw up, won't drink. How to get fluids?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 29 days old | 18 lbs

My pup ate some of his puppy pads, already threw up, but still won't eat or drink water. He just wants to sleep. Is there anything I can do to get him to get fluids?,

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on September 1st, 2018

Ideally, Timber should be physically examined by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. Abdominal x-rays should be done to rule out a partial or complete obstruction. IV or subcutaneous fluids can be given to rehydrate him if necessary. If he is vomiting, do not feed him. Fast him for 8-12 hours then try a bland diet in small, frequent amounts. You can offer very small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte, no more than a tablespoon or two at a time every hour. If the vomiting persists, stop and have him checked/rechecked by your vet.

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