Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!
Become a member today!
Members-only pricing and offers, personalized care notifications, Vital Care points back on every purchase and more!
Already a member? Sign in
Become a credit card member today!
Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
when you use Petco Pay!
APPLY NOW
Learn More About Petco Pay Benefits

My puppy has ear infection, vomiting, shivering. Is it an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | 5 months and 15 days old | 4.13 lbs

My Yorkie Puppy was diagnosed on Thursday with a bad ear infection ( bacteria and yeast). He had a little vomit on his blanket this morning and he is shivering. Should I take him to the pet emergency or is this normal considering he has an infection?

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 16th, 2017

Oh no, poor Flex! It's not normal that he is shivering and has has vomited, but he may be feeling unwell from the ear infection. Keep him warm, and take his temperature. A dog's normal temperature is between 101-102.5F, and if it's above 103F, then yes take him into the pet emergency. If his temperature is normal, I can give you a home remedy to try to see if that helps. Withhold food for 8 hours, then feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. Should Flex vomit in the absence of food, vomits the bland diet, becomes very lethargic, stops drinking water, or starts vomiting water, then take him into the pet emergency immediately.

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Smart Picks for Smart Questions

Related Questions

My dog is shaking his head, ear infection? Is it an emergency if vet closed?

It's not an immediate emergency but it is definitely very uncomfortable and painful, if you have the option to take him today to the out of hours vet i would recommend doing that, otherwise take him to your vet first thing tomorrow morning.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Health & Wellness

My puppy has an ear infection and fever. Can I wait to see the vet?

Poor Scout! If he is really lethargic or walking in circles then I would have him seen today as it could be an inner ear infection. But if he is otherwise acting okay except for shaking his head or pawing at it then yes, it can wait until tomorrow. Your vet will be able to determine the type of infection and put him on the proper ear meds if needed. I hope this helps!

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

My puppy threw up foam, shivering, and uncomfortable. Vet visit?

I would recommend taking her to a veterinarian. I am concerned she is shaking after episodes of vomiting. You can take her temperature at home. Normal for a dog is 99-102.5. Unfortunately many things can cause vomiting like indigestion, foreign material, infections, pyometra, toxins and foreign objects. Since she is not feeling well a vet visit will help break down what is going on for proper treatment.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Health & Wellness

Dog on ear infection meds has red ears & fever. How can I help him?

Poor Shorty. You put a cold compress on his head to see if that helps with the fever. Take his temperature rectally. A dog's normal temperature is between 101-102.5F. If it's above 103F, take him into a vet immediately; otherwise, you can reevaluate in the morning and take him then.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

My dog has red ears, shakes head, loses balance, and vomits. Why?

It sounds like Libby have a severe ear infection, and I would take her into a vet immediately. This will be very painful to her, and leaving it untreated can lead to hearing loss. The vet can confirm that she does have an ear infection, and can treat her for it. Please take her into an ER vet or find a vet on call to see her now.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Health & Wellness

My puppy is vomiting, has hot ears/paws, and scratches. Is he sick?

Regarding the ear he is probably suffering from an ear infection, your vet can prescribe an antibiotic ear drops for him. the vomiting is likely unrelated, It sounds as Mojo is suffering from a gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. i would recommend taking him to the vet the first chance you get, he will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection he will need an anti vomiting injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Health & Wellness

My 6-month puppy is dizzy and vomiting. Is it an ear infection?

I am sorry to hear about Nina. Unless she has a history of ear infections, then this is not likely her issue. Many dogs don't need their ears cleaned at all as the ear in a healthy dog doesn't usually need to be cleaned. Signs of ear infection include an odor and discharge from the ears, redness and pain of the ear canal, shaking the head, scratching and rubbing the ears. If she hasn't had these signs, this is not likely due to her ears and she should see the vet for an examination.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Share