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My dog is throwing up blood, not eating, and very lethargic. Help!

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 25 lbs

Since yesterday my dog has been throwing up, he won’t eat, he barely has been drinking, he’s used the bathroom once today that I know of, he just wants to lay down, when he does throw up it’s a milky color and it has specs of red and greenish yellow

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 31st, 2020

I'm quite concerned the specs of red in Kane's vomit is blood. Vomiting blood is a medical emergency and he sounds quite sick. You cannot treat this at home, you need to take him into a vet immediately.
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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 27th, 2019

    Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question. Poor Bandit! I am worried that he is throwing up red stuff, and I’m concerned it could be blood. Vomiting blood is a medical emergency. I would take him into another vet immediately since you feel your vet didn’t respond well to your concerns. I hope this helps!

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