Why is my dog throwing up, pooping, and not acting like himself?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 13 days old | 7 lbs
My dog is sick. He has been acting weird. He has been throwing up and pooping alot. It's looks like he is throwing up his food with spit. He also just sits in the corner of his cage. At times he is active like usual but at other times not. When he is outside and i open the door he usually run to me but he doesnt anymore his just lays down.
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Published on January 3rd, 2020
Hi, and thanks for your question. These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
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Published on November 14th, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It would be recommended to have him re-evaluated. If they have not tested him for intestinal parasites then that would be the next step. They could also consider another anti-diarrhea medication such as metronidazole. Another consideration would be to start him on a sensitive stomach diet. Good luck and best wishes!
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Published on August 22nd, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Gastroenteritis means an inflammation of the stomach and intestinal tract. Typically, the symptoms of this are vomiting and diarrhea in dogs. Gastroenteritis tends to be a transient condition that resolves with treatment, such as a bland diet, anti-nausea medications, fluids and anti-diarrheals. If it does not respond to treatment or becomes a recurrent issue, it can be indicative of a different disease process, such as inflammatory bowel disease. If his signs do not improve or worsen, I would reach out to his regular veterinarian to discuss what further testing and options may be needed. Good luck!
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Published on February 5th, 2019
Hello. In some cases, dogs with severe gastrointestinal disease will need to be hospitalized, administered IV fluids & continue on systemic medications that can be administered by injection. This may be the quickest way to get your pet well, especially since it has been a week & he is still not well. If bloodwork has not been done, this would help in perhaps understanding what is going on. Call your vet to report his lack of response to the current treatment & go from there. I hope all is well soon, & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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