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my dog was bit last friday by a tick, today she threw up and had diaherra several times during the course of the day, could it be related or coincidence? should I wait until morning to take her to the vet or go to the vet hospital immediately
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Mary -
Even though it does not appear that you have an emergency, vomiting and diarrhea can become very serious. Have your pet examined as soon as possible to determine why she has developed this GI disease. One does not usually see these signs with a tic bite.
Best Regards,
Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
Expertise
General questions about the care and diseases of small animals
Experience
I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years;
Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years
Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Feline Practitioners
Association of Shelter Veterinarians
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University
Extensive CE in Feline Medicine
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