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Hi Michaela,

It's definitely not good for your dog to eat the horses' feces. This is one way animals pick of internal parasite. My advice is to have your dog checked for worms, and you should let your vet know about your dog eating that poop. You may have to restrict his access to the stalls.

Thanks for sharing your situation, and I hope your dog will be alright.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hi my name is Jessica.I have a toy poodle that is 7 months. He won't eat and isn't acting like his normal self.He usually comes out running when we come home but now he doesn't. He prefers to sit.His stomach also rumbles when we touch it.He won't drink unless we give it to him.We have tried hand feedig him but he just throws it back out.What should I do?

thanks

-- Contributed by: jessica olazaba

hi my name is michaela i am twelve and my dog has been eating our horses poop and then he will go back and eat some dry food ill go out to sit with him and one minute hell be fine the next hell get up his stomach gargles and he vomits is this okay for a husky/german shepard mix ??????? he also has been losing weight what should i do ?????

thanx * michaela !!!!*

-- Contributed by: michaela

Been to 2 vets over past two weeks or so. 1st did an xray, as it was suspected that he had some GI obstruction. Xray showed nothing. Then did an ultrasound - showed 2 objects, one in stomach in in intestine. He continued to vomit, getting less successful holding down food as the days have progressed since the 1st vet visit over 2 weeks ago. Did 2nd ultrasound a week ago which showed one object in the small intestine. Vet recommended surgery to remove it. Since he was still eating and having bowel movements, we decided to monitor him to see if he passed the object. His vomiting continued, so this past Thursday(12/11), exploratory surgery was done - nothing was found!!!! Biopsies were taken for which results are due next Tuesday. Since it there was no foreign object, what could be causing thus vomiting/regurgitation? He continues to lose weight and has lost all interest in food(I am sure the surgery might be causing this behavior - but I am not sure). I am taking him back to the vet today to have intravenous fluid/food/antibiotics or whatever ...

-- Contributed by: Don Milotte

Hi Meg,

The best recommendation I can make is to get in touch with your vet right away. The vet can examine your dog's esophagus to look for abnormalities. It's important to do this as soon as possible before your dog begins to show signs of malnourishment.

Thanks for sharing your situation, and best wishes for your dog's health.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

My 4 year old dog, Lucy has been regurgitation everything she eats. We tried to give her some white rice and some ground beef and about 3 hours after she ate it she regurgitated it. I'm really starting to get worried. I haven't changed her food and her eating routine hasn't changed. She has been doing this for around one week. I don't know what to do!

-- Contributed by: Meg

Hi Elizabeth,

I'm so sorry to hear about what you and your dog have been going through. It does sound as though your vet is trying to be thorough and work through this methodically. Tell me, does the food look undigested when it comes back up. Food like this is being regurgitated, not vomited, and that could be the key to the diagnosis. If this is the case, ask your vet to check for Canine Myasthenia Gravis. I would have thought some abnormality of the esophagus would have shown up during the exam, but it would likely be worth testing fo CMG if your vet hasn't already done so. It's at least worth a discussion.

Thanks for your question, and best wishes for your dog's health.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

My 5 yr old lab started vomiting her food about 45 mins after she eats around 11 days ago, there have been no changes in her diet. and she is acting normal and has a normal appetite it just comes back out. I tried enemas antiemetics took her to the vet where they did lab work and an xray on the first day and sent her home with antiemetics and that did not work the next day they did a barium series and stated that there was a possible obstruction, sent her home on a bland diet of chicken and rice, that did not work the next day they did exploritory surgery and did not find an obstruction but stated the her bowel was slightly twisted and that she had extremely slow motility, took her home that evening and she had only water that night and the next am she had chicken and rice with her meds Keflex and Reglan, around 2-3 hours later she vomited. her surgery was 3 days ago and she has had bowel movement but is still vomiting? I am at a loss of what else to do or what the problem is!!!

-- Contributed by: Elizabeth

Hi Baily,

It's very possible that the smell could be coming from your dog's anal glands. I have two articles you might find helpful, but don't hesitate to contact your vet for help.

Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Our 7 year old black lab has an awful smell coming from her backside and also has gas. Her diet has not changed and her stool is still firm. She just really smells.

-- Contributed by: Bailey

Hi Monica,

If this is hacking and not actual vomiting, you could be seeing mucus caused by a fresh case of kennel cough. If you're witnessing actual vomiting, the yellow fluid is likely bile. Frequent vomiting of bile is sometimes indicative of a liver problem. All things considered, if the problem doesn't clear up in the next few days it would be a good idea to have your vet check out your dog.

Thanks for your question, and I hope your dog feels better soon.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Last couple days my dog has either vomited or regurgitaed. It wasnt chunky it was a clear yellowish color. We live in a townhome so the heat rises. We leave her upstairs in our room because she will tear up the house. So, when I get home she comes down stairs when I let her out. The last 2 days she vomited and today she just hacked a little. She was panting. So, I am thinking she is getting too hot. She has a heavy coat and is about 5 years old. Any ideas? Am I right about she is getting too hot and we should move her kennel downstairs for the summer? Thanks.

-- Contributed by: Monica Martin

Hi Veronica,

Vomiting and diarrhea are indications of a serious illness, and they can quickly lead to dehydration which can be quite dangerous. My best advice is to contact your vet right away. This could be a food related issue, but it is also quite possible your dog has picked up a virus. Either way, it sounds like he will need treatment to cvercome his present condition.

Thanks for your question, and I do hope your dog recovers quickly.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

My dog just completed a year. The weather got hot and cold really quickly, I made sure to keep the rooms well circulated. I changed his food about 2-3 weeks ago. But a few days a go my dog has been throwing up and having diahrea. I take him outside to potty for a bit and his energy seems to be good. But once home a few hours pass and throws up his dinner, that I barely got him to eat. Then lays on me to sleep. What could it be? And what can I change or do?

-- Contributed by: Veronica

Hi Helen,

It's possible that your dog doesn't tolerate the table food as well as she does regular kibble. You might want to take her off table foods for a week and see if the vomiting subsides. If it does, you'll know it was probably the table scraps causing the digestive disturbance. If the vomiting continues anyway, it will be time to consult your vet.

Thanks for your question. :)

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hey I am writing I have a year old Chichuahua she keeps throwing up a whit foamy substance. She usually does this after eating table food. Could it be coming from something she's eating.

-- Contributed by: Helen

Hi Heather,

Although your dog doesn't seem to be too affected by by his condition just yet, he soon will be if the regurgitation continues. He may already be experiencing mild dehydration. Pull up some of his skin and see how long it takes to go back into place. Properly hydrated skin will snap back into place, but dehydrated skin sort of stays there and takes a few moments to go back in place.

My best advice is to call your vet for an appointment right away. It's important to pinpoint what's causing the regurgitation in order to treat it.

Thanks for your question, and I hope your vet is able to provide swift relief for your dog.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hi,

For the past two days any food or water my dog has consumed has been thrown up (regurgitated) with in a matter of seconds.

He seems to be fine as he continutes to be active and playful.

I don't understand. Please help.

Thank you.

-- Contributed by: heather

Hello, I have a 3 year old male rot. He's never had any health problems, but recently for the past week he has been regurgitating his food. The food is not digested. I know sometimes if he drinks a lot of water afterwards he'll regurgitate only once in a while (maybe 3 times in his life time). But recently he has been regurgitating after he eats all the time. I've cut down on his food and even monitored his water intake but it's still the same. I've tried pepcid as the vet advised, still regurgitated. He's happy still wants to eat, his nose is wet nothing on his body seems to hurt and nothing seems swollen. Could it be the food? We changed the food about a month ago same brand, but he was okay for the first 2 weeks. Thank you.

Hi Sagoi,

I've had a number of visitors ask me about regugitation problems with their Rotties. The problem is often diagnosed as megaesophagus. We have some good information on this condition in our article on Canine Myasthenia Gravis. I don't want to alarm you that your dog could have CMG, because only a vet can diagnose that. However, the section on megaesophagus describes the condition very well and think you might find it helpful. I also recommend asking your vet to examine your dog's esophagus as soon as possible.

Thanks for your question, and I hope your dog's problem can be controlled.

-- Contributed by: sagoi

hi please help me my dog is acting weard,it seesms to me like his running away,pulling his bud on the floor,leaking his private area ,other wise strange

Hi Darota,

If your dog is dragging his bottom on the floor, he may have an anal gland problem. I think you'll find the info in our article on Dog Anal Glands very helpful. If the info seems to fit your dog's situation, I recommend making an appointment with your vet to have the glands drained and examined for infection.

Thanks for your question, and I hope you find these suggestions helpful.

-- Contributed by: DOROTA IRGA

Hi I have a 15 month old Parson Russell Terrier. During the early morning hours, I can hear sounds like his stomach is rumbling; while he doesn't throw up, it sounds like he is bring up his food and then swallowing it. What do you recommedate? How can I stop this?

Hi Sherry,

As a first step, I'd try giving your dog a little food before bedtime. This will keep his tummy from being completely empty, and will hopefully quell the nausea. Give it a try and see if it helps.

Thanks for your question. :)

-- Contributed by: Sherry

Hi,

I have a question about my chinese crested. He is 4 years old,hairless variety. He has seziures one about every month or two. But my question is about his regurgitation. Everytime he drinks water he vomits if allowed to drink more than a few laps. He seems to keep milk down but then again I only allow him a few licks. But lately he has been vomiting very frequently and I am wondering if there is a corilation with the epilepsy or if he may be hypoglycemic. I mean who ever heard of a dog that can't seem to drink water. Please help me?

Hi Kim,

If you haven't consulted your vet about these problems already, please don't hesitate to do so now. I'm concerned that your dog will become dehydrated between limiting his liquid intake and the throwing up. You vet needs to examine your dog's esophagus to make sure there are no malformations. He/She will then be able to determine what is the best course of treatment.

Thanks for your question, and I do hope it's nothing too serious.

-- Contributed by: kim

Please help, My pomeranian has begun coughing violently and acting like he is vomitting but usually all that comes up is saliva, he is not interested in his food I gave him some bread soaked in milk tonight and he ate all that, I was hoping if something was caught that would make him vomit. This as only been going on fo that last 24 hours but ever since we moved he has been vomitting once or twice a week, I just sort of figured that he was chewing on something outside we have those plants with red berries on them out there. A couple of days ago we came home and the dogs had gotten into my husband ashtray and there where candy kiss wrappers in it but I don't know if it was him. please help I am so worried about him.

Hi Kathy, I think the best thing you can do for your dog is take him to the vet for a thorough examination. The coughing may be related to kennel cough.

Best wishes for your dog's quick recovery.

-- Contributed by: Kathy

hi my nam eis Jennifer i have a medium poodle named stitch. since i bought about almost two years ago at the begginig he kind of throw up alot and he stoped and i think he got healthier but a couple of days ago he has pooping diarreah inside my house i dont know if its diarreah becasue sometimes he can't poop outside and today he tried to poo but blood came and then this thin large drop of blood came out it looked like aworm but it was really red i dont know whta to do im really worried and the doctor says that she has to see an amoput of poop to examinated but now he doesnt want to poop anymore and im scareed that he has worms and it sounds discusting to me please help me i dont know how to see if he has i dont have some of the poop to show to the doctor any other way to prove that he ahs them? ill aprecciate if u tell me

Jennifer N. A.*

Hi Jennifer,

Just wait until your dog goes again and save a sample in a zip-loc bag and take it to your vet for examination. I know it sounds unpleasant, but it's definitely worth it to get a diagnosis. Then your vet can treat your dog so he becomes well again.

Best wishes.

-- Contributed by: Jennifer Arriaza

My dog a yellow lab and blue heeler mix got loose a couple of days ago. He came back and seemed fine until tonight when he started vomiting what smells like and appears to be diarrhea, do you have any idea what could be wrong? Thank you.

Hi Pamela,

What you're describing sounds like "coffee emisis" and could be a sign of internal bleeding. I can't recommend strongly enough that you take your dog to the vet as soon as possible.

I hope everything will be alright.

-- Contributed by: Pamela

I've got a 8 year old rotweiller, and he has recently begun reguritating/throwing up immediately after eating (the regurgitated/puked dogfood appears to be whole/undigested pieces mixed with mucous). He wolfs down the food (dry dog food) extremely rapidly - and the amount of food is about 6 fistfuls in size. I also found a spot of what appeared to be stomach acid/puke without food in it the other day (we have a cat that does similar wolfing and puking but hers seems to happen every once in a long while - while his has happened quite a few times over this past week).

We have recently moved to a new house and it is possible that he has been chewing on stuff that isn't all that great for him (we are in Alaska so large outdoor playing is typical - and I wouldn't be surprised if he has found a moose bone or such that he has chewed on). I think his puking has been happening primarily when he has played out side for a longer than typical while.

Thanks.

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Hi Tom,

I seem to get a number of questions about regurgitation problems in Rottweilers so I really think you should ask your vet to examine your dog for any abnormalities.

In the meantime, I'd like you to break your dog's typical meal into three smaller meals to see if he is better able to keep the food down.

Thanks for your question, and I hope my suggestion helps.

-- Contributed by: Tom

Hi Joseph,

Your vet will want to determine whether she is indeed regurgitating or actually throwing up. Here's the difference.

When a dog regurgitates, the food has never actually made it to the stomach for digestion. Instead, it lodges somewhere along the esophagus until it is brought up again reflexively. Regurgitated food keeps much of its original shape.

Vomiting occurs when the actual contents of the stomach are brought up. Food from the stomach typically looks less formed, depending on how long.

Based on whether it's a case of regurgitation or true vomiting, your vet will need to check for pockets along her esophagus or other abnormalities. Once this is determined, your vet will have a better understand of which course to take. Hopefully the good kibble will have some affect on the problem.

thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Unhappy Tummy

I have a female bulldog, Penny. Since we got out to California from Missouri, she has had a rough time with her belly. Practically every time she eats she will shortly thereafter spit up.

We are not sure if it is vomitting or regurgitation. She doesn't seem to have significant abdominal contractions during the episodes. She will simply be walking along and bleh, out comes 5 to 10 pices of kibble with lots of clear fluid.

We found that we had to try many different foods to minimize the episodes and are now strictly on California Natural. Also, we found that if she plays just after eating or drinks too much water after eating then the problem worsens.

Is there anything we can do to help her?

Thank you Joseph & Penny

-- Contributed by: Joseph

Hi Mike,

Only a vet can diagnose a bacterial infection and pinpoint the source, so this is something you should ask your vet to check out. Many vets wil prescribe Amoxil as a good, all-around antibiotic for these situations. Again, your vet would need to decide if this is the appropriate medication and calculate the proper dosage for your pet. Sometimes a stronger antibiotic is called for.

Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Thank you for your advice kelly, I never thought about a bacterial infection. Do you have any ideas what to give the dog for this? What types of bacterial infections is common in these dogs?? Thank you

-- Contributed by: Mike

Hi Mike,

I hope this diet works for your dog. Some dogs simply cannot tolerate the ingredients used in commercial mixes. If she does well, you can slowly begin offering her more variety by substituting beef, turkey and fish for the chicken. Adding green beans and carrots to the recipe will also provide more vitamins and minerals. Fresh fruits like apples and blueberries will provide beneficial antioxidants.

I'm also wondering if your vet has considered treating her for a bacterial infection? This could also account for the prolonged diarrhea.

Best wishes that cooking for your dog solves the problem.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

I have a rottweiler that is 3 years old and Has dirreaha for about 6 months. I have taken her to the vet several times. If I start her on new food she has firm stools for about a week then she goes back to water. She just was treated for worms and now she is on a bland diet. Cottage cheese, yogert, rice, chicken.

-- Contributed by: mike

Hi Jennifer,

It sounds like things are getting better. Yes, her stools will eventually firm up again once she's back on a regular diet. You can discontinue the wheat germ oil if you were using it, although it wouldn't hurt to add half a teaspoon to her dinner once a week. Just make sure the oil doesn't turn rancid. I like to keep mine in the refrigerator.

Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Thanks again Kelly that has helped, she is now going its soft and she was going before it was really liquedy, it should harden up again right?

-- Contributed by: Jennifer

Hi Jennifer,

If she's trying to pass a stool but can't, then she's probably constipated. If she's not even attempting to go, she may not need to yet.

The water she's drinking should help a good deal to regulate her system. You can also add either some wheat germ oil or fresh fish oil to her food to help with that situation. I'd suggest about 1/2 a teaspoon mixed in with her food for the next three days. Hopefully this will help get her back on track. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hi again Kelly I'm sorry to have the thing copy twice. I have another problem my husband has just also told me that my dog is having trouble pooping. Is this due to the fact that she is vomiting? which has stopped today as far as i know, she is and has been able to keep water down and is drinking lots of it thank you for the advice i will use it. What can i give her to help her poop?

-- Contributed by: Jennifer

Thank you Kelly that helps so much, i have one other question that i just found out from my husband, my dog is also having trouble pooping what can i do for her to help with that i think it is because she hasnt eaten anything, but im not sure. And yes she is drink lots of water.

-- Contributed by: Jennifer

Hi Jennifer,

There probably isn't great need to take her to the vet at this point unless she is vomiting frequently or displaying other signs of illness. Corn is a little difficult for some dogs to digest, and others are actually allergic to it. As long as she is still drinking water I wouldn't worry about it too much.

I'd recommend offering her some boiled lamb and rice to see if that tempts her into eating. Once you have her appetite sparked again, you can mix in some of her kibble with the lamb. Keep raising the ratio of kibble to lamb until you've replaced it entirely and she is completely back on kibble.

Raising her activity level will also increase her appetite. Try taking her for a vigorous walk before mealtime. You might also want to try her on a different brand of dog food to see if she likes it better.

I hope you find these suggestions helpful. Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hi,I have a 2yr old golden reteriver and I had given her corn and some popcorn on sunday because she has not been interested in her food,i mixed the corn with her food, now she is vomiting and it is only at night i think (i found the vomit before going to bed), i woke up this morning and it smelled and looked like she may have vomited again but i think she ate it this time what should i do for her i know this sounds bad but i can't afford taking her to the vet right now.

-- Contributed by: Jennifer

Hi Marci,

You'll find a reply to your question at Ask the Dog Expert.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

Hi - I have a healthy 55 pound hound mix who's 7 years old - She started throwing up when I got home from school today, 2 large piles, one with a bunch of grass in it. Then she drank a lot of water and threw that up. She's been lethargic also - she's moving around and wagging her tail a little, but she's not getting excited when people come to the door (she normally goes nuts). Things have been a little stressful for her lately as I've had to live out of town for a few weeks for a clinical for school and she's been here with my husband and our other dog - but i've been home since early this week - she threw up a little the other day and there was a chunk of grass in it as well - should i be concerned? i was going to just watch her for another day and see...

-- Contributed by: Marci Chandler
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