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My dog sometimes vomits after eating something else or a chew stick, sometimes undigested food, sometimes white foam, but no other problems. What’s going on?
Frequent vomiting may signal chronic gastritis, pancreatitis, liver disease, or parasites, which make the gut sensitive to new food. See a vet; if it's a puppy, weak digestion may be the cause. Use probiotics and avoid extra foods.
Why does my dog’s belly twitch repeatedly?
Repeated belly twitching can be from fright, internal parasites, pregnancy, or respiratory disease. Comfort a frightened dog; respiratory disease brings other signs like sneezing and cough, needing a vet.
How can I make a Bulldog’s ears stand up?
English Bulldogs have naturally dropped ears that only surgery can erect; French Bulldogs can stand naturally. If a French Bulldog's ears don't rise, it may be genetic or calcium deficiency. Supplement calcium, get sunlight for vitamin D, and massage the ear base.
While tidying up at home I suddenly heard my dog barking outside; I rushed over and found it collapsed not far away, panting, limbs weak, making vomiting motions but bringing nothing up. I called family for help to take it to the vet, and fearing poisoning gave it a detox injection, but the dog still struggled painfully and died vomiting blood. What happened? Can you explain?
Collapse, dry heaves, and death with blood vomiting can be from a bone or foreign object stuck in the throat, toxic food causing bleeding or poisoning, or a head injury from being hit. With the pet already deceased, a definitive cause is hard, but these are the main diagnostic directions.
How can I make my dog’s coat grow smooth and beautiful?
For a smooth, healthy coat, bathe and brush regularly (long-haired dogs 2 to 3 times, short-haired 1 to 2 times monthly), use pet-specific shampoo and conditioner, and supplement lecithin, vitamins, and unsaturated fatty acids. Keep up deworming and hygiene.
What happens if I don’t neuter my dog?
Unneutered dogs go into heat and develop behaviors like urine marking, irritability, destructive chewing, and roaming to find mates. They also face higher odds of pyometra, mammary tumors, and testicular cancer.
What should I feed my dog for internal deworming?
For internal deworming, give your dog a pet dewormer containing praziquantel, pyrantel, or albendazole. Dose strictly by the label and the dog's weight, and use probiotics if vomiting or diarrhea occurs.
What happens if my dog has worms (internal parasites)?
Internal parasites usually cause poor appetite, weight loss, diarrhea, vomiting, scooting, and dry coat. Worms can damage the intestinal lining, leading to blood, jelly-like mucus, and eggs in the stool.
What happens if my dog eats too much cold watermelon?
Too much cold watermelon can chill a dog's stomach, causing diarrhea, vomiting, poor appetite, and abdominal pain, and in severe cases may trigger acute gastroenteritis or pancreatitis. Feed only in moderation and watch for symptoms.
What happens if I vaccinate my dog while it has diarrhea?
Diarrhea can stem from viruses, bacteria, parasites, or diet, and vaccinating then may worsen the illness or trigger reactions like poor appetite, low fever, or injection-site swelling. See a vet first to diagnose the cause.