My puppy ate toothpaste and is throwing up foam. Should I go to the vet?

It is concerning that he has thrown up so many times in just a few hours. I would most certainly have him seen by a veterinarian ASAP. He may have stomach inflammation or a more serious issue like a gastrointestinal obstruction.

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. The amount that Cody ingested is not likely to cause any abnormal side effects related to fluoride toxicity. I would monitor Cody for signs of lethargy, trembling, inappetance, seizures, restlessness, labored breathing or diarrhea and if these signs develop, take Cody in to be seen by a veterinarian immediately. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

Good job on brushing Lucy’s teeth and I hate to hear that you woke up to vomit! While it is possible that the toothpaste upset her stomach, it could have just been a fluke. Vomiting is due to many reasons: parasites, infection, ingesting something upsetting his stomach, dietary intolerance, toxins, organ disease and intestinal blockage. At home you can feed her a diet of 25% plain boiled white meat chicken and 75% plain boiled white rice. If this does not make the vomiting stop within 24 hours or if she is exhibiting other signs of illness then I recommend to have her seen by her veterinarian since there are so many causes. If the vomiting stops, give her a few days and use the toothpaste again. If she gets sick again, then do not use that toothpaste any longer. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

This is likely to be due either to dietary indiscretion or possibly to a infective gastroenteritis. I would suggest to withhold food for the next 8-12 hours and then start feeding with a bland diet based on boiled chicken and rice in small portion every 6 hours for the following 48hours. Then gradually reintroduce the normal diet over 5 days. I would definitively recommend a veterinary check up if the signs persist or you notice diarrhoea, more vomiting, lethargy or inappetence. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Oh no, that's not good! It's quite serious when a dog can't even keep down water, and it can be caused by a severe GI illness, pancreatitis, a foreign body, or eating something rotten. This requires an immediate vet visit so the cause of the vomiting can be diagnosed and treated. Please take your dog into a vet now.

If you are sure it is her teeth, have her examined by your veterinarian. Periodontal disease can lead to systemic disease, bad breath or tooth loss if left untreated. If she has any degree of periodontal disease, she will require anesthesia for a dental cleaning and any periodontal treatment. Your vet should perform a complete exam and blood work to confirm your dog is a good anesthetic candidate. Periodontal disease typically does not present as you describe so a visit to your vet is highly recommended. The GI upset can be managed by withholding food for 12-24 hours. Allow small amounts of water or PediaLyte. Resume feeding a bland diet (1:1 ratio of plain boiled boneless chicken and plain white rice). Feed in small, frequent amounts waiting at least one hour between feedings. If the vomiting stops, transition slowly to the regular diet. If not, see your veterinarian.

It could be, the pink tinge might be blood, indicating that he has swallowed something that injured his throat or stomach or he has vomited so much his esophagus is irritated enough to bleed. Either way, I strongly recommend getting him in to see a vet right away, especially if the vomiting has been going on for some time.