Vomiting is an unpleasant experience that disturbs equilibrium. Vomiting is the body's protection mechanism that releases toxins. Vomiting could be a response to changes in environment, health and anxiety. Chronic vomiting should not be taken lightly and could signify an underlying issue that relates to physical and mental health.
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Food Allergies
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Most dog owners do not realize that processed dog food is often comprised mostly of corn. Some dogs have serious allergies to corn products. Also, processed dog food contains chemicals and toxins to extend shelf life. This combination of corn and chemicals can cause your dog to vomit chronically. If your dog vomits, especially after eating processed dog food that contains corn, you should take your dog to the vet for a food allergy test. If your dog has allergies to corn, switch dog foods or opt for home cooked meals.
Worm Infestation
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A worm infestation in your dog can also cause chronic vomiting. Worms are parasites that feed off your dog. If you see worms in your dog's stool in conjunction with vomiting it is probable that your dog has a worm infestation which is responsible for the chronic vomiting. Make a vet appointment to begin worm treatment.
Eating Too Fast
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When dogs are hungry, they rush to the food bowl and begin to chow down. If your dog has chronic vomiting immediately after eating a large meal quickly, then eating too fast may be the culprit. Try to spread out smaller meals throughout the day instead of feeding large meals once or twice a day.
Motion Sickness
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Some dogs may have a bout of motion sickness that causes them to vomit. If your dog vomits often after car rides or walks, use herbs to soothe motion sickness. Herbs like ginger and peppermint have a natural soothing effect and calm down motion sickness in dogs. Opt to make dog treats or dog cookies with these herbs to give shortly before taking your dog for a car ride.
Cancer
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Chronic vomiting is a common symptom of stomach and intestinal cancers. The stomach and intestine are responsible for the breakdown of food, therefore, when the stomach or intestine are not functioning properly, ingested food does not always have a place to go and is expelled from the body through vomiting. Chemotherapy and herbal remedies are available for the treatment of these types of cancers while a simple change in diet from high carbohydrate foods to high protein foods can help fight cancer while concurrently reducing the amount of vomiting spells.
Anxiety
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Some dogs have anxiety when changing environments or being surrounded by strangers. For instance, if your dog vomits after meeting new people or dogs, or when surrounded by a different environment, anxiety may be responsible for vomiting spells. Two of the most common types of anxiety in dogs are social anxiety and noise anxiety. Social anxiety is caused by improper socialization with other dogs at an early age. Noise anxiety is an unnatural reaction to loud noises caused by a traumatic experience. Desensitizing dogs to noise and social confrontations with other dogs can remedy these types of anxiety.
Disease
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Diseases like parvo and distemper have symptoms that include chronic vomiting, fever and lethargy. Parvo and distemper are extremely contagious viruses, so if you suspect that your dog has parvo or distemper, you should consult your veterinarian immediately as they are life threatening.
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