8 Natural Home Remedies For Nauseous Dogs
Dogs vomit for varied reasons. Your dog may vomit because he has eaten something disagreeable, overeaten, or experienced an abrupt diet change. However, vomiting can be far more severe if your dog has swallowed a toxic item, or suffering from a condition that requires immediate veterinary attention. Trying to decide when to worry is important.
What could be causing the vomiting?
Vomiting serves a key function in dogs, many of whom have a well-deserved reputation for a willingness to eat anything. If a dog eat something unsavoury, it comes back up a few minutes later. However, vomiting can be a potential symptom of some serious diseases. Things that can cause your dog to vomit are:
1. Parvo
2. Pancreatis
3. Gastro-enteris
4. Intestinal blockage
5. Bloat
Behaviour of a Dog With Bloat
6. Poisoning
7. Acute kidney failure or liver disease
Veterinarian tells you what causes of your dog vomiting
Apparent "vomiting" that isn't caused by the above reasons
1. You may confuse an infection known as bordetella or kennel cough with vomiting. Dogs with bordetella cough, gag, and bring up mucus or foamy fluids.
2. If your dog vomits yellow fluid during the night, it may be caused not by digestive upset, but from being an empty stomach for too long. Feed him a bedtime or early morning snack would be the best solution.
What should you do when your dog vomits?
When does your vomiting dog require a trip to the veterinarian?
1. Attempts to retch without bringing anything up for many times. This is a common sign of the life-threatening condition called bloat.
2. Vomiting with a distended abdomen
3. Vomiting and not wanting to get up
4. Vomiting and pale gums
5. Vomiting and a racing heart rate
6. Not able to hold water down for more than 12-24 hours
7. Vomiting more than 6 times a day
8. A blockage along the intestinal tract that can lead to vomiting
When should you consider home remedies for your vomiting dog?
If your dog is bright and alert after vomiting once or twice, and you strongly believe that vomiting is due to overeating or an abrupt diet change, and there is unlikely a larger problem occurring, then you may try some home remedies.
8 natural home remedies to help your dog get through vomiting spells
1. Fast the dog. Fasting your dog will give his gastro-intestinal tract some rest and time to recover.
2. Give him a bland diet. After your dog has stopped vomiting for at least 12 hours, offer bland food such as rice or cottage cheese with skinless boiled chicken mixed in instead of giving him regular dog food.
3. Repeatedly offer ice chips. If your dog is having trouble keeping water down, then offer him ice chips which help keep your dog from becoming dehydrated.
4. Invest in electrolytes. If your dog can keep water down, provide him with some unflavoured Pedialyte or Gatorade to help replenish the lost electrolytes.
5. Do a hydration check. It is important to watch on your dog's overall condition of his body. If left untreated, dehydration in dogs can result in organ failure or death.
6. Check the gums. If his gums turn pale, grayish, whitish or purple, take him to the vet immediately.
7. Magic pick bismuth. Ask your vet if you can give your dog over-the-counter Pepto Bismol. Pepto contains aspirin, so never try it if your dog is allergic to aspirin.
8. Ginger. If your dog starts having bouts of vomiting, try a ginger remedy for relief. Ginger contains the carminative property which will quickly help calm down the stomach and stop your dog from vomiting.
Note: See a vet. If the vomiting continues or returns, take him to the vet as soon as possible. If other symptoms develop, such as diarrhea, lack of appetite or fever, your dog needs prompt vet attention.
How Can I Prevent Dog Vomiting?
Many causes of dog vomiting can not be avoided, but those that can, just observe the following rules:
1. Don't change your dog's diet suddenly.
2. Never give your dog toys that can be swallowed.
3. Don't give your dog bones.
4. Avoid table scraps. Some human foods are dangerous for dogs, including grapes, raisins, chocolate, onions, chives, high-fat items.
5. Don't let your dog scavenge.
6. Watch your dog closely when out and about.
Disclaimer:
This article is not to be used as a diagnostic tool, nor as a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your dog is vomiting, please contact your veterinarian immediately for a hands-on examination.
