Linda C. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My smaller sized dog, Buddy, ate a significant amount of hard plastic from a toy about 10 minutes ago. He has not vomited and is acting normal. Should I induce vomiting, and if so, how should I do it? If inducing vomiting doesn't work, should I take him to a vet immediately?

March 19th, 2023

Melissa J. answered

The primary concern is that the plastic could cause a blockage in Buddy's gastrointestinal tract. Si...

March 19th, 2023

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