When a dog eats something it shouldn't or has an upset stomach from eating too much, the dog will probably vomit. This typically helps the dog feel better, but vomiting can also be a sign of a serious health problem. If your dog keeps vomiting and acting strange, you may want to rush it to an animal hospital to be examined. While the vomiting could simply be a sign of an upset stomach, there are also times when this is a sign of a medical problem that requires treatment from a vet.

Other Symptoms To Look For

If the dog is acting fine and has no other noticeable symptoms, you may not need to bring it to a vet; however, you should bring it in if you notice that the dog is:

• Extremely weak
• Acting lethargic
• Has extreme diarrhea
• Is not throwing anything up but continues to try
• Acting in ways that are not usual for the dog to act

Any of these symptoms could indicate a problem that will require veterinarian treatment.

Health Problems That Could Cause These Symptoms

There are a number of different health problems a dog may have if it keeps vomiting and is experiencing many of the other symptoms. Here are some of the possibilities the vet may check the dog for:

• Gastrointestinal infection – Rotavirus is one of numerous infections dogs can get in their digestive systems. This particular one occurs when there is inflammation in the intestines, and this bacterial infection may require an IV to transmit fluids to the dog.
• Parasites – Dogs that are not vaccinated against worms may end up with parasites, and vets are usually able to diagnose this by examining the dog's waste. If this is the diagnosis, your vet will give the dog medication to treat the problem. There are many types of medications available for this purpose, and they are usually highly effective.
• Bloat – Another possibility that can cause vomiting and other symptoms is bloat. This condition can be extremely dangerous for a dog's health and can cause death if not treated. Bloat can occur for many reasons, and it can be treated if detected early. Bloat causes a dog's stomach to expand too much, and a vet may need to stick a tube down the dog's throat to relieve the pressure this condition causes.

If you feel that there is something wrong with your dog, call an animal hospital like South Hills Animal Hospital soon. While it may turn out to be nothing serious, it will be better to get treatment fast if it is a serious condition.