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My puppy keeps throwing up water and food hours later. Is it serious?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 21 days old | 1lb

Kali keeps throwing up. She does throw up all of the time but in the past 2 days she’s thrown up water and her food. Not immediately after eating but hours later. Should I be concerned?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 23rd, 2017

Yes, I would be very concerned about Kali! It's not normal at all for a puppy to vomit all the time, and it's very serious she is now vomiting water. Young puppies are very fragile, and she can easily get dehydration from this vomiting of food and water. She has to have veterinary care now, this is a medical emergency. Please take her into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.
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  • Answered By Ana M, DVM

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    Published on February 5th, 2020

    Thank you for submitting your question regarding Koka. She needs to see a veterinarian as soon as possible. I worry that she is becoming dehydrated from not eating and drinking properly. Fecal testing may be recommended and possibly x-rays of her belly depending on her exam findings. Based on these results, treatment can be started. Infectious diseases are common in young puppies, but there are other causes of vomiting. I hope this information helps!

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