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My dog went limp and is throwing up after his bath. What happened?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 7.5 lbs

I bathed my dogs and he didn’t like it when I got him out he went unresponsive for a few second they was breathing fount for 5 mins and now keeps being sick every now and again? What could be wrong

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Sara Farmer, DVM

Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 17th, 2020

I'd worry that Hugo may have aspirated water during the bath. It's also possible that the bath was unrelated and that he ingested something, or that he has a neurologic problem. I'd recommend seeing a veterinarian as soon as possible for an exam and blood work, and potentially x-rays as well.
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