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My dog is weak, vomiting, and has diarrhea. Should I go to the vet?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Terrier | Female | spayed | 13 years and 9 months old | 17 lbs

My dog suddenly became very lethargic around the afternoon. She is vomiting, change in alertness, mild diarrhea, and has trouble standing.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 8th, 2017

It sounds as Fify is suffering from a serious gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. i would recommend taking her to the vet the first chance you get, she will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection she will need to have an anti vomiting injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better.

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM
Veterinarian
Hello there and thank you for posting your concerns about Fifi. It sounds like Fifi is not feeling well at all. With her age being almost 14 years old, I would definitely recommend that you get her into your vet to be seen as soon as possible. Especially if she is weak and having trouble standing. Dehydration can take quite the toll on these older animals, especially if left untreated. I would at least have her examined and a small blood panel run to ensure her overall systemic function is adequate. Your vet can administer the appropriate treatments to get her feeling better. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions / concerns you may have. I am also available via consultation.
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