Seeing the dog throwing up white foam can be alarming and distressful for owner. Owners should know how to respond quickly, as timely actions and reaching out the vet can bring relief to both, the dog and the owner.
What is the white foam like material that dogs vomit?
White foam is the mixture of saliva, and gastric juices that take up foamy form upon interaction with air.
In certain cases, it is not serious but still needs the attention of the owner. In addition to attention, it sometimes can demand the help of a veterinarian.
Underlying reasons of throwing of white foamy slime
Below are the certain less serious or common causes of throwing of white foam.
Indigestion
Sometimes, the dogs might eat hurriedly, or they are overfed. In this case, intermittent vomiting with mild irritation can be observed. To cater to this underlying reason dogs must not be fed for at least 6-12 hours.
Gastritis
Mild inflammation due to irritants, or spoiled food can cause inflammation of gastric lining leading to dogs throwing of white foam from the mouth. Excessive hydration, fasting and diet management can prove to be beneficial in this case.
Some other reasons can be anxiety or excitement, hypersalivation (excessive saliva formation), kennel cough, eating grass or drinking water quickly.
Under certain circumstances, the white foam cannot be overlooked and needs immediate vet care as it might have some serious cause behind it.
Few life-threatening causes of throwing of white foam are briefed below:
Dogs throwing up white foam due to 3 main reasons
Bloat
Gas accumulation leading to twisting of the stomach. Normally, a surgery is required.
Pancreatitis
Inflammation of pancreas can be life-threatening. Fluid therapy or a low-fat diet can be beneficial.
Parvovirus
Contagious viral infection leading to gastrointestinal disturbances. Excessive fluid therapy with proper medication is required.
Some other common reasons of why my dog is throwing white foamy slime?
Some other causes can be liver or kidney disease, toxin ingestion, gut blockage or prolonged respiratory infections like kennel cough.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, dogs may throw up white foam due to various reasons including; gastric issues, kennel cough, pancreatitis or blockage in intestines. Whatever the case may be, seeing your vet at your earliest to sort out health concerns, is the solution.
FAQs
When to consider dogs throwing of white foam life-threatening?
In all above-mentioned cases, the dogs might feel lethargic, distressful, and can show abnormal behavior along with dehydration and bloody or brownish vomiting. However, be more cautious if the dog throws up white foam combined with other signs of restlessness, lethargy, dehydration or anemia.
How can the chances of dogs vomiting white foam be minimized?
Diet management, as it is the first and foremost important cause of white foam, proper vaccination and keeping a proper check on your dog’s activities can prove to be helpful. However, regular visits to your vet should be on the top priority.
