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My dog is hacking and throwing up white foam. Should I call the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 1 month old | 62 lbs

I have a 2yr old, lab heeler mix. This morning he started hacking and throwing up clear liquid with white foam. He's done it after a dozen times in the last 2 hours. Is this something I should seek a vet for right was I have other dogs as well, should i keep him separate for now?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on June 28th, 2019

Poor Gunner! With that much vomiting or coughing in such as short amount of time, I would recommend taking him to the vet to find out what's going on. It's possible that he might have something stuck in his throat or esophagus, or may have ingested something toxic.

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