Canine Diseases & Vomiting

Dog diseases can be a gruesome challenge for pets, as well as pet owners. One of the keys to fighting dog disease is to be able to spot it early---which can be done by recognizing the signs and symptoms, as well as through regular checkups at the veterinarian. One of the key signs to many diseases can be vomiting. Although vomiting can occur without being related to a disease, it is important to take precautions and ensure that your dog's vomiting is not associated with a disease.

  1. Canine Distemper

    • A very common viral disease is known as canine distemper. This disease is most common and most fatal in puppies. Normally contracted through nose-to-nose contact with other dogs, it shows signs and symptoms that are similar to a cold, such as runny nose, coughing and vomiting.

    Parvo

    • Parvo---also known as canine parvovirus---is a common killer for puppies. Its onset is very quick, and it can lead to a puppy's death within 72 hours. The most common symptoms are vomiting and diarrhea. The parvo virus is very tough to prevent as it is difficult to kill and can live in hostile environments.

    Kidney Disease

    • Kidney disease is a common killer in both dogs and cats. It normally starts off with excessive water drinking and urination. The disease slowly accumulates over time and is not easy to recognize right off the bat. Eventually, it results in weight loss, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. These are considered advanced stages, and a veterinarian should be consulted immediately.

    Liver Disease

    • Liver disease is another slowly accumulating disease that eventually causes the complete shutdown of the liver. Most of the symptoms revolve around gastrointestinal upsets that eventually result in conditions such as vomiting, constipation and diarrhea.

    Canine Coronavirus

    • Canine coronavirus---also known as CCV---is a disease that affects young dogs but is particularly damaging in puppies. The disease is highly contagious and causes severe diarrhea and vomiting. Once a puppy is vaccinated, it is considered safe for life.