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Dog vomiting foamy bile after tick removal. What should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

I noticed a small tick on my dog 2 days ago and my dad removed it. He just started throwing up foamy white bile. What should indo? Is it related?

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 17th, 2016

Typically there is a local skin reaction "bulls-eye" reddened area that forms at the site of the bite and this can lead to overall illness, including fever, vomiting, diarrhea. Investigate the site where the tick bit and then I would recommend taking him to your local veterinarian for a full physical examination and proper medication to help stop the allergic reaction he may be having to the tick bite itself. I would also recommend placing a Seresto collar, Adaptil collar, or giving Nexgard tablets (flea and tick preventative) to prevent future tick bites.
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  • Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    It could be related, tick born diseases could cause symptoms such as fever, vomiting and joint pain. i recommend taking him to the vet and have him tested for those conditions.

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