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My dog is not eating, vomiting, and might be pregnant. What to do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 35 lbs

Hi. I have a dog that is not eating we suspect she is pregnant but is too early to confirm with the vet. She just stays laid down and sometimes barf a ligth green liquid. Is there something we can give her that is safe in case she is pregnant?

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Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2017

Hi and thanks for your post on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Unfortunately, there are no anti-nausea/vomiting medications safe for pregnant dogs. The greenish liquid is likely bile from vomiting on an empty stomach. Nausea and vomiting can be common in some dogs in the early stage of pregnancy. There are also other more concerning causes of vomiting in dogs, so if it continues or becomes more frequent, I would take her into see her veterinarian as soon as possible.

Best wishes to you and Khaleesi!

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  • Answered By David Darvishian

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 18th, 2017

    Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear about Vanilla. I would highly advise with these signs that you should have Vanilla evaluated by your vet. I'm not convinced her age is correct since this means she would've gotten pregnant on her first heat. I'm worried about a possible infection going on and that she may or may not be pregnant. Your vet can gather a history, perform an exam, and then advise diagnostic tests to figure out what is going on. Possible tests include blood tests, vaginal smear, x-rays/ultrasound. These tests would hopefully shed some light as to why she is having these signs. Once a diagnosis is made or suspected, a sound treatment plan can be implemented. Good luck with Vanilla. I hope all goes well.

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