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My dog threw up bile and won't eat or drink. Should I call the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 51 lbs

My dog threw up bile today. 3 times. Doesn’t want to eat or drink. Overall healthy dog. Do I wait it out or call the vet.

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 25th, 2019

Hello. Give Bella's stomach a chance to heal by not feeding her for several hours. If she feels like eating a little later this evening, offering a bland diet of 25% cooked chicken or hamburger, & 75% white rice or low fat cottage cheese. Just offer a tablespoon at a time. If the vomiting persists into tomorrow, you should see your vet to start treatment if necessary. I hope she is feeling better soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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    Answered By Dr. Davis

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 14th, 2018

    I would offer small amounts of water or ice cubes to keep him hydrated. He needs a veterinary exam tomorrow if he’s not improved. He may have eaten something that upset his stomach and not eating for twelve to twenty four hours may calm his stomach. If he’s not eating and holding down food in the morning please have her take him in. They will do an exam and probably a fecal test. Depending on what they find they will give medication to control the vomiting and may recommend a blood panel and X-rays. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Blacky.

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