Vomiting & Diarrhea Care in Mansfield, TX, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Mansfield is a vet in Mansfield, TX, that sees dogs and cats with vomiting and diarrhea the same day. One soft stool after a new treat is rarely a worry. Throwing up again and again, diarrhea that lasts past a day, or a pet who won't eat is a reason to come in.

Call (817) 241-2355, book online or walk in. Weekend visits are open.

When is vomiting a 24-hour hospital problem?

Go straight to a 24-hour emergency hospital such as Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists at 301 U.S. 287 Frontage Rd if your pet:

• Retches over and over but nothing comes up, with a swollen, tight belly (a sign of bloat in big dogs)

• Vomits blood or passes a lot of blood in the stool

• Is collapsed, very weak or has pale gums

• Can't keep down even small sips of water and is getting weaker fast

Puppies with vomiting and bloody diarrhea need a same-day visit at minimum, since parvo moves fast in young dogs who haven't finished their shots.

Can I wait it out at home?

Sometimes. An adult dog who throws up once, then acts normal, eats and drinks, can be watched for a few hours. Come in the same day if any of these is true:

• Vomiting more than twice in a day, or diarrhea for more than 24 hours

• Your pet is a puppy, a kitten or a senior

• They won't eat, or seem tired and quiet

• You saw them eat something odd: a toy, a sock, a corn cob or garbage

• Your cat is vomiting and also hiding or not eating

Don't give human stomach medicine without asking. Some of it is toxic to pets.

They were able to get us in for a same-day appointment when my regular vet couldn't, which was such a relief.

Katie H., Google review

How does the vet find the cause?

The vet asks about food, treats, trash raids and anything new in the house, then checks your pet's belly, gums, temperature and hydration. Next steps depend on what the exam shows:

1. Stool test. Worms and other parasites are a common reason for diarrhea, especially in puppies and new pets.

2. Blood work. Run in the clinic's own lab, it checks hydration, organs and infection.

3. X-rays. Digital x-rays on site can show a blocked gut or a swallowed object.

4. Treatment. Anti-nausea medicine, fluids under the skin, a bland diet and probiotics are common. Many medicines come straight from the on-site pharmacy.

Fear Free, gentle handling makes the visit easier on a pet who already feels awful.

Pricing for a stomach visit

An urgent exam at Petfolk Mansfield starts at $135. Lab tests, x-rays and medicine add to that, and only with your okay. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit.

Why stomachs go wrong in Mansfield

Most upset stomachs start with something eaten: a garbage raid, a new food switched too fast, or a rich holiday plate. Summer heat plays a part too, because overheated dogs can vomit and have diarrhea, so short walks in the cool morning help. After heavy rain, puddles and standing water in parks and backyards can carry leptospirosis, according to the Texas A&M diagnostic lab. If your dog drank from a puddle and is now vomiting, tell the vet.

Feeding after the visit

For many pets, the vet suggests small, bland meals for a few days, then a slow return to the usual food. Across Petfolk, from October 2025 through September 2026, 84% of the prescription diets sent home were gastrointestinal diets for upset stomachs, so ask whether one fits. Keep fresh water out and watch the stool for a week. For a pet who swallowed something toxic, see pet poisoning treatment in Mansfield.

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