We all get sick from time to time and our pets are no exception. As a pet owner, what do you need to know about pet vomiting in Roseville?

Pet Vomiting: Is it a Pet Emergency in Roseville?

A cat or dog may vomit simply because they have eaten too much and/or too fast, which obviously would not constitute a pet emergency in Roseville. When your cat or dog begins vomiting take into account their recent actions and environment. Consider the following questions:

  • Have you recently changed your pet’s diet? New foods and food allergies can cause stomach upset.
  • Has the pet ingested anything he or she shouldn’t have? Look for discarded candy wrappers or bags, half eaten shoes or toys, and house plants that have been eaten.
  • Is the pet overheated? If the pet has been left outside or in a hot car, seek care immediately an emergency animal hospital in Roseville. Heat stroke is often lethal for our pets.
  • How is the pet’s overall behavior? Does he or she seem out of the ordinary? Sudden, acute vomiting can be a sign of pancreatitis, kidney or liver failure, an intestinal or uterine infection, or the result of a bacterial or parasitic infection.
  • How long has the vomiting been occurring?  Vomiting that happens sporadically over a long period of time may be the result of stomach or intestinal inflammation. It may also be a sign of a parvovirus infection.
  • Has the animal had regular bowel movements? An animal with chronic constipation or an acute bowel blockage may begin vomiting as they take in food that their body cannot process.

 

When to Seek Emergency Care at a Roseville Emergency Animal Hospital

While not every episode of vomiting is an emergency, some are. If your pet vomits more than once a day or if it persists to the next day, it’s time to seek care. Also, if your pet’s vomiting is combined with any of the following symptoms:

  • increased thirst
  • increased urination
  • blood in vomit or stool
  • lethargy
  • diarrhea

Combined with any of these symptoms, even a simple episode of vomiting is of immediate concern. If you are concerned about a Roseville pet emergency, or symptoms such as vomiting, contact MarQueen Pet Emergency & Specialty. Our veterinarians are available 24 hours a day by phone to answer your questions and provide in-patient care. Our office is open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight for your pet emergency needs.