Dog is vomiting white liquid / froth

Hi Anne,
Your 3 year old Bichon is suffering from severe gastritis. Acute acid indigestion, ingestion of toxins, pancreatitis, or a partial obstruction may be the cause.

Stop giving him any water to drink. Offer only ice cubes. The more water he drinks, which triggers more vomiting, will only make the gastritis worse.

It is imperative that you take him to a veterinarian or emergency clinic that is open on a Sunday for some blood tests and abdominal x-rays. Hopefully, it is only acid indigestion, but if he is severely overweight, a blood panel would be able to rule out other underlying problems, such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, Cushings Disease, etc.

They will be able to restore his hydration with IV fluids, and calm down his stomach. Once he is stable, then seek the help of a holistic veterinarian for proper diet, homeopathic remedies, and/or supportive supplements he may need to help him lose weight.

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: This educational advice is based on the depth of your question and the picture you submitted. The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

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