Dog Vomiting: Common Causes & Quick Solutions

Dog Distemper, an illness with an incubation period of 3 to 9 days, typically begins with a lack of energy, reduced appetite, or even refusal to eat. The dog becomes lethargic, its breathing quickens, and it may produce a watery nasal discharge. The eyes may tear up, and the dog may vomit, cough, and sneeze. The body temperature can rise to between 39.5 to 41.5 degrees Celsius, and these symptoms can last for 2 to 3 days (or may subside after treatment). During this time, the dog's appetite may improve slightly, and a decrease in white blood cells can be observed.

Food poisoning often strikes suddenly, with dogs exhibiting symptoms within minutes to a few hours after consuming spoiled food. The dog may appear listless, restless, and in pain, with red and swollen eyelids and excessive tearing. It may have a runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and sometimes blood in the stool. In some cases, seizures, spasms, or paralysis of the hind legs may occur, making it difficult for the dog to stand steadily. The body temperature remains normal or slightly elevated in some instances. Severe difficulty breathing, restlessness, and seizures can lead to acute cases ending tragically. A preliminary diagnosis can be made based on the dog's history of consuming spoiled food and its clinical symptoms.

In this particular case, the dog is experiencing difficulty breathing, gasping, and vomiting. These symptoms can be associated with all three conditions mentioned. The dog is 5 months old, and the owner suspects that the dog may have eaten something it shouldn't, making food poisoning a likely cause.

Treatment for food poisoning focuses on inducing vomiting, administering intravenous fluids, and combating infection.

1. Inducing Vomiting: Administer an oral solution of 1% copper sulfate or a subcutaneous injection of 0.05mg of apomorphine hydrochloride per kilogram of body weight.

2. Intravenous Fluids: Administer 200 to 500ml of 5% glucose saline, along with 20 to 40mg of hydrocortisone, via intravenous infusion once daily for 2 to 3 days.

3. Antimicrobial Therapy: Inject gentamicin at a dose of 5mg per kilogram of body weight, or ampicillin at 0.5 to 1g, twice daily for 3 to 5 days. Additionally, inject vitamin B1 at 100mg, once or twice daily. Give Huoxiang Zhengqi pills (a traditional Chinese medicine) 1 to 2 pills, twice daily for 3 to 5 days.