My dog hit his head, then threw up 12 hours later. Should I worry?

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My dog slammed into our outside metal gate head first while chasing a cat He was ok afterwards and ate 2 meals Now 12 hours later he threw up It is the color of his food (tan) with a small amount of foam (been asked with other online vet places). Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | 6 years and 11 months old

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I am not too worried from this single episode of vomiting. There is no way to evaluate an animal for concussion, so we just watch their behaviors and appearance. As long as Wrigley is walking normal, has a normal activity level, eyes appear normal and they are identical to each other, and he continues to have a good appetite, I don't think he needs to see a vet. Of course, if anything changes or you are very concerned, he needs to be examined by a veterinarian and have a thorough neurologic examination.

My dog hit his head, then threw up 12 hours later. Should I worry?

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