Do dogs get stomach viruses?

Dogs will eat just about anything but they can also get a stomach virus, just like humans. A dog that has eaten something foreign will often suffer from stomach upset. Even if your dog eats the same food each day at home, he can somehow manage to sneak in something from the park. read more

Gastroenteritis is a medical term referring to inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, usually the stomach and intestines. It can be caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, parasites, or reactions to medications or new foods. It often involves abdominal discomfort or pain, diarrhea and/or vomiting. read more

Symptoms for stomach flu in dogs. Getting to know the symptoms of stomach flu in dogs can signal you that something is wrong with your dog. The common symptoms of stomach flu in dogs are bloating and flatulence, vomiting and diarrhea, lethargy, appetite loss and pain. read more

Quick Answer. Dogs can catch stomach flu viruses, but they cannot catch it from humans, and the type of flu they do get is specific to dogs. The stomach flu that dogs can catch is called gastroenteritis. read more