Vomiting and/or diarrhea are probably the two top reasons pet dogs are brought to emergency veterinarians. There is an endless list of causes for these symptoms in dogs, but on top of the list are viral infections and foreign object ingestion.
Among the viral infections, it is parvovirus that dog owners dread the most. It is a very contagious disease which is caused by the viral invasion of the intestines of young and unvaccinated dogs causing the intestinal epithelium to slough off. There is severe bloody diarrhea and vomiting. Puppies can die from extreme weakness and severe dehydration. Patients become prone to developing secondary bacterial infections which can make the situation more serious and complicated to treat.
Dogs use their mouths to investigate the environment. They are also notorious for ingesting objects that are not considered as non-food items. When the foreign body gets stuck in any part of the digestive tract, unproductive vomiting may occur. If your dog has been vomiting frequently, you should seek immediate medical attention at your veterinary hospital Lakewood Ranch, FL.
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