This requirement will be significantly increased if your dog is vomiting or has diarrhea.

On average, a dog should drink about 1 ounce of water (1/8 cup) per pound of body weight each day.

Your dog should always have access to fresh water.

Once the dog has been normal for a couple of days you can gradually re-introduce its normal food.

Day 4 and 5: give 100% divided into 3-4 portions.Day 2 and 3: give 75% divided into 4-6 portions.Day 1: give 50% of the recommended daily amount divided into 6-8 portions.Examples include boiled rice or potatoes with cooked chicken breast or very lean hamburger, or a prescription intestinal diet. Very small dogs and puppies should NOT be fasted at all due to a high risk of developing severely low blood sugar levels.If your dog is vomiting, withhold food for 12-24 hours.If your dog is bright and happy, and there is no blood in the diarrhea or vomit, then you can often start by providing symptomatic treatment at home. Treating Your Dog's Vomiting or Diarrhea at Home Parvovirus is extremely contagious and can cause fatalities, especially in young puppies. Prevention of this disease is VERY important.

Adult boosters will be needed to maintain immunity. Puppies should be vaccinated starting at 6-8 weeks, then every 3 weeks until 16-18 weeks of age.

Vaccinating your dog against parvovirus is extremely important.

Ask your vet or make an appointment with one of the FirstVet vets to discuss deworming your puppy or adult dog.

Your vet will recommend deworming your new puppy with an appropriate dewormer.

Roundworms are extremely common in puppies.

If your dog eats a raw diet or has exposure to rodents or wildlife, your vet may recommend routinely submitting a fresh stool sample to rule out intestinal parasites.

Always ask the advice of a vet before giving your pet supplements or medication.

Consider feeding a probiotic supplement if your pet is prescribed antibiotics.

During times of stress, it may be helpful to use a soothing pheromone spray or plug-in adapter ( Adaptil).

Speak to your vet about calming supplements or anxiety medication if your pet is easily stressed.

Introduce diet changes slowly, over 5-7 days, to allow the intestinal bacteria to adjust.

Avoid feeding fatty, salty, or spicy foods.

Stress due to boarding or other change in environment or routine.

Chronic disease, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).Swallowing an object that causes stomach or intestinal obstruction.Dietary indiscretion (when a dog eats something inappropriate).Certain viruses, such as parvovirus in puppies.Vomiting and diarrhea occur when the stomach and/or intestines become irritated or inflamed. Diarrhea: note the color, consistency, and look for signs of blood.Vomit: note the color, volume, frequency, and when the last meal was.Nausea: drooling, lip licking, excessive swallowing.Symptoms of Vomiting and Diarrhea in Dogs

Liquid poop and throwing up