What to do if a dog eats something and vomits

Dog vomiting due to eating: It's essential to understand the cause of the vomiting before taking specific treatment measures. First, if the vomiting is caused by improper feeding, such as overeating or highly irritating food, you can temporarily stop feeding and observe the dog's condition. If the vomiting stops, you can feed the dog some probiotics to regulate its gastrointestinal function. Second, if the vomiting is caused by accidental ingestion of foreign objects, it's necessary to remove the objects promptly. Lastly, if the vomiting is due to diseases such as pancreatitis or viral infections, stop feeding the dog temporarily and take it to a veterinary hospital for treatment.

Vomiting caused by improper feeding:

If your dog vomits immediately after eating and expels undigested food, it's likely due to eating too fast or consuming irritating food. In this case, don't worry too much; just skip a meal for the dog. If the vomiting stops, feed the dog some probiotics to adjust its gut bacteria and pay attention to its diet in the future.

Vomiting caused by accidental ingestion of foreign objects:

If your dog vomits frequently due to swallowing wool, plastic, or stones, it's recommended to take the dog to a veterinary hospital for imaging examinations. If the foreign objects are still in the dog's stomach, induce vomiting to handle the situation. If vomiting doesn't work, use an endoscope to remove the objects. If the objects have entered the dog's intestines, surgery is generally required for treatment. Delayed removal can lead to local congestion, ulcers, or even perforation.

Vomiting caused by diseases:

Pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, and viral infections such as distemper and parvovirus can cause dogs to vomit after eating, especially unvaccinated dogs. Therefore, if your dog vomits frequently, take it to a veterinary hospital immediately for inspection and treat the condition accordingly after determining the cause.