{"id":652,"date":"2022-11-14T10:00:49","date_gmt":"2022-11-14T10:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/?p=652"},"modified":"2022-11-14T16:50:33","modified_gmt":"2022-11-14T16:50:33","slug":"white-vomit-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Is White Vomit in Dogs a Worrying Symptom?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In general, dog owners have difficulty identifying the different types of <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/vomiting-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">canine vomiting<\/a>. In the specific case of <strong>dog vomiting white slime or foam<\/strong>, it is a symptom that is usually related to indigestion or other stomach problems, but it is known that it can also be due to other causes, some of which are more serious.<\/p>\n<p>Although in the case of vomiting it is always advisable to consult the veterinarian, here is a summary of the main causes that may be causing the <strong>white vomit in dogs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note. During the writing of this article, different specialized sources in veterinary health were consulted, including the digital journal PetMD, the official website of the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine, and the Merck Veterinary Manual.<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66fc386ee3bd1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66fc386ee3bd1\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#7_Causes_of_white_vomit_in_dogs\" title=\"7 Causes of white vomit in dogs\">7 Causes of white vomit in dogs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#1_Indigestion\" title=\"1. Indigestion\">1. Indigestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#2_Acid_reflux\" title=\"2. Acid reflux\">2. Acid reflux<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#3_Kidney_problems\" title=\"3. Kidney problems\">3. Kidney problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#4_Pancreatitis\" title=\"4. Pancreatitis\">4. Pancreatitis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#5_Parvoviruses\" title=\"5. Parvoviruses\">5. Parvoviruses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#6_Infectious_tracheobronchitis_or_kennel_cough\" title=\"6. Infectious tracheobronchitis or kennel cough\">6. Infectious tracheobronchitis or kennel cough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/white-vomit-in-dogs\/#7_Bloating_gastric_dilatation-volvulus\" title=\"7. Bloating (gastric dilatation-volvulus)\">7. Bloating (gastric dilatation-volvulus)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Causes_of_white_vomit_in_dogs\"><\/span>7 Causes of white vomit in dogs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Indigestion\"><\/span>1. Indigestion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just like us, dogs can get upset stomachs from time to time. Precisely, this is the number one cause of white vomit with a foamy appearance. Digestive problems are often due to eating a new type of food or eating items not fit for consumption, such as grass, dirt, and garbage. Sometimes white vomit from indigestion just indicates that your dog has eaten the food too quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, in case the pet vomits regularly, do not hesitate to consult the veterinarian to make sure that there is no underlying health problem.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Acid_reflux\"><\/span>2. Acid reflux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>White, foamy vomit can also be a symptom of acid reflux, especially if it occurs early in the morning. On an empty stomach, excess stomach acid can irritate the walls of the stomach, the esophagus, and the gastrointestinal tract in general, causing nausea, vomiting ( white or yellowish ), and pain when eating food. Dogs that suffer from acid reflux are more likely to develop gastritis.<\/p>\n<p>Reducing the portion size you serve your dog at each meal and feeding more frequently can help prevent stomach acid buildup and therefore reduce the likelihood of vomiting.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kidney_problems\"><\/span>3. Kidney problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the dog has been vomiting white foam, but you notice that he is also showing symptoms of lethargy, weakness, or disorientation, it is very likely that the vomiting is not related to his stomach, but to the health of his kidneys. Another sign that can help you get out of doubt is if the pet has difficulty urinating. In that case, go to the vet&#8217;s office as soon as possible; remember that untreated kidney disease can lead to long-term kidney failure.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Pancreatitis\"><\/span>4. Pancreatitis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pancreatitis is a condition characterized by inflammation in the pancreas. When they have pancreatitis, dogs often vomit up their food along with white liquid or foam. Other warning symptoms are dehydration, loss of appetite, pain in the abdomen, and weakness.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, it is common for a dog with this condition to adopt what is known as a &#8220;praying position&#8221;, which involves lowering the head and front legs while keeping the rear elevated. If you suspect that your dog has pancreatitis, take him to the vet as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Parvoviruses\"><\/span>5. Parvoviruses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Parvovirus is an extremely serious viral illness. Although puppies are more vulnerable than adult dogs, the truth is that parvovirus can affect a dog of any age. In addition to white vomit, symptoms of parvo include fever, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and sudden weight loss. This is another situation that requires immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Infectious_tracheobronchitis_or_kennel_cough\"><\/span>6. Infectious tracheobronchitis or kennel cough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Infectious tracheobronchitis is an infection of the upper respiratory tract, commonly seen in dogs that live for a long time in a kennel, hence it is also known as &#8220;kennel cough&#8221;. But a dog can develop this condition in any setting where there is close contact with other dogs, such as parks and daycare centers.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to foamy white vomit, the pet may have a persistent cough, lethargy, and a runny nose. The good news is that kennel cough can be successfully treated in most cases. Better yet, it can be prevented through timely and up-to-date vaccination.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Bloating_gastric_dilatation-volvulus\"><\/span>7. Bloating (gastric dilatation-volvulus)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Bloating is the colloquial name for two canine stomach disorders: gastric dilatation, where the stomach fills with gas, and gastric dilatation-volvulus, where the gas-filled stomach twists on itself. This is an extremely serious condition that can be life-threatening ( pressure on the dog&#8217;s diaphragm makes it difficult for him to breathe, reducing blood flow to the heart ). The dog may exhibit white vomit, excessive drooling, pale gums, a persistent cough, and an inability to defecate. Seeking emergency veterinary attention is essential to save the life of the pet in these cases.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In general, dog owners have difficulty identifying the different types of canine vomiting. In the specific case of dog vomiting white slime or foam, it is a symptom that is usually related to indigestion or other stomach problems, but it is known that it can also be due to other causes, some of which are [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"author":2,"featured_media":1375,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_lock_modified_date":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"blocksy_meta":{"styles_descriptor":{"styles":{"desktop":"","tablet":"","mobile":""},"google_fonts":[],"version":6}},"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"link","format":"url"}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/652"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=652"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/652\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1376,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/652\/revisions\/1376"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1375"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=652"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=652"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sweetdoggo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=652"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}