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Why is my dog throwing up after eating? Sensitive stomach or food?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 6 years and 9 months old | 10 lbs

my 7 yr old bivhon poo is throwing up after meals. would this be from a sensitive tummy ? and should I change his food ?

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 22nd, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Zack. I recommend that he sees his veterinarian. There are numerous causes of vomiting such as diet, an infection, intestinal inflammation or diseases outside of the gastrointestinal tract. If he cannot keep food or water down at all, then you need to seek emergency care tonight. Depending on his exam findings, he may need fecal testing, blood work or x-rays of his belly. I hope this information helps!

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    Answered By Debi Matlack

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on December 8th, 2016

    If he has a tendency to gulp his food he may be eating so fast that it has no choice but to come back up. Try getting him a slow feeder or a puzzle feeder will make him work for his meals and slow him down enough that his stomach can take in the food. Even putting a couple of big river rocks in his bowl (that are too big for him to swallow) may slow him down sufficiently. If he isn't gulping his food, it's worth getting him checked by your vet to see if there is an underlying condition causing his regurgitation.

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    Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on January 30th, 2018

    There are many different problems that can cause repeating intestinal problems. Pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, Addison’s, dietary intolerances among many others. I would highly encourage you to have him evaluated by your veterinarian as soon as possible if the symptoms don’t resolve. They may recommend blood work with this being a recurring problem. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

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