My 15-year-old dog is not eating, throwing up. Is it phenobarbital?

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My 15 Y.O chinese crested powderpuff dog has not been eating much for the last two weeks, and also has been throwing up. She regularly eats Wellness brand senior dog food mixed with 2 tablespoons of white rice and 2 tablespoons of Little Caesar's home delights wet dog food. She has been taking a small amount of phenobarbital anti-seizure medication twice daily for the past 12-13 years. If you have any advice to share, I would greatly appreciate it!! She is my best friend and companion. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Chinese Crested Powder Puff | Female | 14 years and 4 months old | 15 lbs

Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH · Accepted Answer

I'm so sorry to hear that Zoey is not feeling well. I would certainly recommend starting with having your veterinarian examine her and check some blood work. Phenobarbital can affect the internal organs (especially the liver), so we should make sure that is not an issue with Zoey. If all that is normal, then I would discuss anti-nausea and appetite stimulation medications with your veterinarian. There are a few over the counter (OTC) and prescription options that may help make Zoey feel better. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and that she feels better soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My 15-year-old dog is not eating, throwing up. Is it phenobarbital?

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