Dog ate Funyuns, vomiting, pale gums. Should I call the vet?

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is very concerning as severe vomiting can result in hypovolemic shock (decreased circulating blood volume) which can be life-threatening. This can result in pale gums and weakness as you describe. The vomiting can happen from many conditions such as a gastrointestinal foreign body ingestion and obstruction, pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further evaluation and treatment. This is a medical emergency. At the very least, they can start IV fluids and start medications to try to stop the vomiting while they find out what is affecting her. I hope that she makes a full recovery! Good luck!

Hello. This is not harmful to your puppy. Ingesting large quantities of fresh onion can cause a blood/anemia disorder....but eating one Funyun will not. The worst I would expect is a bit of loose stools. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach

Fido needs to see a veterinarian immediately. White gums can be a sign of anemia (not enough red blood cells) or low blood pressure and bad circulation. These can be life threatening and need immediate attention. Please have him seen immediate by your local veterinary emergency hospital. Good luck.

Oh no! Poor Waffle! Decreased energy, pale gums (due to anemia), increased heart rate/breathing rate, vomiting, and a reduced appetite are all signs of potential onion toxicity. See the link below for the pet poison helpline to get more information on onion toxicity: https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/pet-safety-tips/are-onions-poisons-to-dogs/ I recommend you call them immediately, as they may recommend immediate veterinary treatment for Waffle based on the amount of onion she ingested, her small size, and the fact that she has been vomiting. Good luck, and I hope she feels better soon!

It looks like Pepper has some gingivitis and periodontal disease. This is something that you should take her to your vet for; brushing her teeth at home is not going to get any of the bacteria and buildup that is under the gum line, and that’s what’s causing the inflammation of the gums, it’s NOT just what you see on the outside. Talk to your vet about a dental cleaning under anesthesia, and X-rays of Pepper’s teeth. She may have some tooth roots that are affected and unhealthy, and would benefit from extraction of the affected tooth/teeth if deemed necessary based on X-ray. Gingivitis and mouth pain can definitely cause drooling. It’s possible she was chewing on a stick or ball or something at the dog park that temporarily worsened the irritation of the gums resulting in the drooling. As for the onions... onions are indeed toxic in dogs and will cause anemia. (Low red blood cell count). Clinical signs associated with anemia are weakness, lethargy, inappetence, and pale gums. Pepper’s gums are clearly not pale. It may be that she did not eat enough onion to affect her, so that would be good. But watch her for the above signs, and take her in right away if you notice a change. It takes about 2-4 days to see the symptoms develop after the onion has been ingested. Onion toxicity can usually be treated successfully but blood transfusions (sometimes multiple transfusions) are often needed. Thanks for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is unlikely to be an issue in terms of the garlic and onion powder as it was just a bit. This may result though in gastrointestinal upset. Watch your pup for symptoms consistent with gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting, inappetence and/or diarrhea. If these are observed, have your pup evaluated by a veterinarian. Best of luck!

Hello. Having pale gums is a sign that Hottie may need immediate attention. This is something that should not wait until Monday. I do hope you can have her seen soon. Good luck & thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.