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Old 03-14-2011, 06:58 AM   #48
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Originally Posted by Ellie May View Post
Anytime a Yorkie has thrown up more than once or twice and is shaking, it needs to see a vet. Even if I thought the dog was stable now, I couldn't begin to tell you what you should do for it. The diagnosis will dictate how this is treated. One disease in particular that can cause these symptoms requires nothing by mouth for about 24 hours. It could make it worse. Also with vomiting, a concern is an intestinal blockage.

It's obvious that you will be waiting until morning to get your dog vet care, so all you can do until then is make sure gums are pink and wet, capillary refill time is normal, and heart/resp. rate are normal.
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