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My puppy has sudden vomiting, diarrhea, and won't eat or drink.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 4 months and 5 days old

My shih tzu puppy, Max, has just recently threw up and had multiple diarrhea. He refuses to eat anything, he won’t even drink water! My family tried playing with him, but he would just sit around and watch. The problem is, he was just fine yesterday, and I don’t know what’s causing him to have these problems :(

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David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 16th, 2017

It seems as Max 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.
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  • Answered By Rosemary Barber, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 30th, 2017

    Hello! It is quite possible that this is just related to separation anxiety. If Max is still eating well, playful, and just vomiting occasionally, I wouldn't worry, until they get home. But if he has loss of appetite, or diarrhea, or ongoing vomiting, then I would suggest calling your vet.

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