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My dog threw up white foam once. Is this normal or concerning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 13 days old | 2.1 lbs

So Bitsy was snuggling with me this morning and I heard her like heave a few times so I look down and she like throws up some she only did it once but we have taken her to the vet and they have said she is ok I just want to make sure ig I dont know if you need to know this but her throwuo is like a white color.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on November 20th, 2019

If it was only one time and Bitsy is now OK, I wouldn't be too concerned. White foamy vomit could mean she went too long between meals which caused some stomach upset. You can try spreading out smaller meals more often, or offering a biscuit when you wake up in the morning to help keep something in her stomach.

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    Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on August 3rd, 2017

    All dogs vomit occasionally. If there is no food in his stomach, then usually the first time vomiting will be clear. The foam is just air mixing with the fluid as it comes up. I would not be concerned about a single time vomiting. But if Simba continues to vomit or the vomitus is yellow, it can mean that he is sick and should see a vet soon.

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 11th, 2017

    Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Causes of vomiting in a 9 week old puppy are: intestinal parasites, foreign body ingestion (something is stuck requiring surgery to remove), something is causing stomach and intestinal inflammation (food, new treat, ate something outside), Parvo virus or other viral or bacterial infections. I would be sure that Teddy is actually vomiting and not coughing and subsequently gagging after a cough. If the white foam happens after a cough it is likely not vomiting. If he is truly vomiting try a bland diet for a few days of boiled chicken or hamburger. Feed 1 cup per 20 lbs per day. If the vomiting worsens or he stops eating he should be seen by a Vet. If he is coughing he could have kennel cough or pneumonia and should see a Vet for an exam, possibly X-rays and antibiotics. I hope this helps and I wish Arrow a speedy recovery!

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