Why are my dog's gums white? He's drooling, vomiting, and not eating.
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 63.2 lbs
My dog is vomiting and drooling like a lot, his gums are white and i am trying to keep him hydrated. He doesn’t want to drink nor eat as well but is moving around and walking slowly. I took him to the closet vet and they only gave my dog a shot to stop the vomiting. It has stopped but he is now drooling a lot more than normal, and still hasn’t eaten or drank any water. My dog is a Shepard Mix.
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Published on September 5th, 2018
Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Chase! How old is he? If his gums are white that is an emergency and he should go back to the vet today! White gums are a sign of shock or anemia. Anemia can be from internal bleeding or destruction of the red blood cells. Shock could be from pancreatitis or a blockage from ingestion of a foreign body. He needs to be re-examined and have blood work and X-rays done. I wish you all the best!
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Published on September 13th, 2019
This is a sign related to a possible anemic state. From the picture is not possible to see the colour of the gums, but it would be helpful to visualize it to give you a specific advice. Generally speaking this presentation requires an immediate check up to be appropriately addressed.
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Published on April 2nd, 2017
Pale gums are always a concerning sign. They can indicate a loss of blood to the internal body cavities, infestation with certain intestinal parasites (hookworms, for example), or destruction of red blood cells by an immune mediated process or a tick borne disease. I do not recommend that you keep an eye on him; I recommend that you make an appointment as soon as possible to confirm that the pale gums are due to anemia and then determine the cause.
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Published on December 10th, 2018
I am very sorry to hear about your dog. I would advise bringing him in to the vet immediately with these symptoms, especially if they have been going on since Saturday! If your vet cannot fit you in I would go to another vet or an emergency vet. If your dog is anemic and worsening then delaying examination could be detrimental.
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