Dog breathing fast, vomiting, won't eat, lethargic. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Bulldog | Male | neutered | 2 years and 6 months old | 60 lbs
Hi I think my dog has gastritis however he’s has rapid breathing, he’s led down now, been sick today off food now, what can I do? He has wind
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Published on April 5th, 2018
Poor Boris! The signs you are describing can be indicative of pancreatitis which is very uncomfortable and painful, a foreign body obstruction, toxin ingestion, or severe intestinal parasite infections. Other non-intestinal conditions such as organ failure and other infections can also cause the signs you mentioned. I recommend having Boris seen by a vet as soon as possible to determine exactly what is going on and begin the appropriate treatment.
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Published on July 17th, 2017
I am sorry to hear Mila is unwell. I feel, based on what you have described, that Mila needs to be seen by a veterinarian. Vomiting followed by inappetance and lethargy is not a good combination. The rapid breathing could indicate pain. Mila may have ingested something that is causing an obstruction, she may have inflammation of her pancreas, there are a myriad of other issues she could be dealing with. Your veterinarian can perform a thorough physical exam and may recommend diagnostics (such as X-rays and bloodwork) based on what they find during the exam. Depending on the results of the exam and testing Mila may need to stay in the hospital for IV fluids and supportive care.
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