Why does the puppy keep retching?
Recently, many pet owners have reported that their puppies frequently retching, which has aroused widespread concern. Retching is one of the common symptoms in dogs and can be caused by a variety of reasons. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the causes, countermeasures and prevention methods of puppy retching.
1. Common causes of retching in puppies
According to discussions between pet medical experts and netizens, the main causes of puppy retching include the following categories:
| Reason type | Specific performance | Proportion (approximate value) |
|---|---|---|
| dietary problems | Eating too fast, food allergies, accidental ingestion of foreign objects | 45% |
| Digestive system diseases | Gastritis, enteritis, gastric volvulus | 30% |
| respiratory problems | Kennel cough, tracheal collapse | 15% |
| other reasons | Parasites, poisoning, psychological stress | 10% |
2. Recent popular related cases
In the past 10 days, the following cases have sparked heated discussions on social platforms:
| Case source | Symptom description | final diagnosis |
|---|---|---|
| A short video platform | 2-month-old puppy retching with white foam | parvovirus infection |
| pet forum | Adult dogs retching and arching their backs after meals | Gastric torsion (emergency surgery) |
| Weibo topics | Multiple family dogs retching at the same time | Eating poisonous plants |
3. Countermeasures and suggestions
1.Emergency treatment:Your dog needs immediate medical attention if:
- Retching without relief for more than 24 hours
- Accompanied by fever, diarrhea or listlessness
- Vomiting foreign objects or bloodshot eyes
2.Home care:
| Symptom level | Processing method |
|---|---|
| Mild retching | Fast for 4-6 hours and provide warm water |
| intermittent retching | Switch to small grains and eat smaller meals more frequently |
| Stress retching | Keep the environment calm and use a soothing spray |
4. Preventive measures
Based on veterinary advice, the following preventive measures can be taken:
1.Diet management:Choose food suitable for your dog’s age and avoid sudden food changes
2.Environmental safety:Keep small items, cleaning agents and other dangerous goods away
3.Health monitoring:Regular deworming (see table below for recommended frequency)
| dog type | Internal deworming frequency | External deworming frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Puppies (<6 months) | 1 time per month | 1 time per month |
| Adult dogs (indoor) | Once every 3 months | Once every 2 months |
| Adult Dog (Outdoor) | 1 time per month | 1 time per month |
5. Special reminder from experts
1. Cases of "pseudo retching" have appeared in many places recently, which are actually canine infectious tracheobronchitis (kennel cough), which is highly contagious.
2. Allergens increase in spring. It is recommended that dogs with allergies should go out less often (the pollen concentration is lowest between 6 and 8 a.m.)
3. Data shows that using slow food bowls can reduce eating-related retching by 62%
If your puppy continues to retching, it is recommended to contact a professional pet hospital for detailed examination in time. Through scientific care and prevention, most symptoms of retching can be effectively controlled.
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