My puppy swallowed toy plastic. Can I induce vomiting at home?

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Hi. My 6 month old 20lb puppy swallowed a plastic piece from a toy. It seems like it may be too big for him to pass normally on it's own. Should I induce vomiting? If so, how? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 6 months and 1 day old | 20 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I don't recommend inducing vomiting at home. That's because hydrogen peroxide, which is what is used to induce vomiting, can and does cause gastritis and esophagitis often worse than the original problem. In addition, the foreign body could be lodge in Guy's esophagus or he could aspirate it, leading to an emergency situation which you cannot treat on your own. If you are concerned that the plastic piece is too big for him to pass, take him into a vet now. The vet can safely inducing vomiting with a shot. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

My puppy swallowed toy plastic. Can I induce vomiting at home?

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