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My puppy is throwing up and has a stomach lump. Is this serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 4 months and 23 days old | 10.3 lbs

Our puppy has been throwing up today and we just realized that she has this lump on her stomach and we are not sure if it's serious ?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 24th, 2019

Hello. You have two issues here. The lump is a small hernia that can be fixed when she is spayed. The vomiting may be a little more concerning. If it continues, please see your vet, but the hernia is nothing to worry about. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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