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Why did my dog throw up after drinking water but seems fine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

My dog was drinking water and afterwards he threw up a small amount of what looked like saliva. He ate before and was playing like normal. I actually asked this question but just wanted to add info: his bowl of water was full, maybe some water went up his nose? We went to the park this afternoon and he licked grass and dig a hole on the dirt, could that have caused it? We just came back from our walk, he didn’t poop but otherwise seems normal, even played with other dogs and made a new friend.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 20th, 2019

It could be some water went up Charlie's nose if he had a full bowl, or drinking too quickly after playing could have lead to nausea and a bit of vomiting. If he's otherwise acting normally, I'd keep an eye on him for now. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Published on April 20th, 2019

    Poor Charlie! It could be he was drinking too fast, and that caused him to vomit a bit. I'd keep an eye on him for now since he's acting normally, and offer him smaller amounts of water at a time to see if that helps. If he vomits water again or develops other signs such as lethargy and anorexia, then I would have him seen by a vet. Best of luck.

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