Dog Not Chewing Food and Throwing Up: Common Causes and Easy Fixes
Okay, so picture this: I’m sitting there, chilling, and suddenly my dog starts making these weird noises. Turns out, he’s throwing up. And it’s not just a little bit, it’s like, a lot. Plus, I see all these pieces of food that look like he didn’t even try to chew them.
Naturally, I start freaking out a little. I mean, is this normal? Do dogs even chew? I decide to do what any responsible pet owner would do – I hit up the internet. I’m scrolling through forums, articles, you name it. Apparently, it’s kinda common for dogs to eat fast and not chew much, especially puppies. Some folks online are saying it’s no big deal, but others are talking about how it could be a sign of something more serious.
First thing’s first, I decide to hold off on giving my dog any more food. I read somewhere that you’re supposed to do that for like, 12 to 24 hours when they’re vomiting. So, I put his food bowl away and just make sure he has plenty of water. It’s tough, ’cause he’s giving me those sad puppy eyes, but I know it’s for the best.
After a day of no food, I slowly start introducing him to a bland diet. I’m talking boiled chicken and rice, nothing fancy. Just something to settle his stomach. I’m keeping a close eye on him, making sure he’s keeping the food down and not acting too out of sorts.
Luckily, he seems to be doing better. No more throwing up, and he’s starting to act more like his usual self. But I’m still a bit worried, so I decide to call up my vet. Better safe than sorry, right?
- Stopped giving him food for a while (12-24 hours as suggested).
- Gave him small amounts of water to keep him hydrated.
- Slowly gave him bland food like boiled chicken and rice.
- Called the vet to get their opinion, just in case.
Here’s what I did:
I am so happy he is better now. The vet says he probably just ate too fast, but it’s good I checked. Now I know what to do if it ever happens again. Phew, being a dog parent is no joke!
