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My puppy ate a dead mouse and is vomiting. Should I call the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 15 lbs

My dog found a dead mouse last night and now today he is vomiting but acting otherwise normal for a puppy

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Answered By Crystal L. Nelson

Veterinary Technician

Published on May 5th, 2017

You'll want to be sure to keep an eye on Dude. If the vomiting is persistent or you notice and diarrhea or change in behavior, you'll want to visit your local Veterinarian as soon as possible. You can offer him a bland diet of chicken and rice to let the stomach heal in the mean time. Don't forget to call the exterminator! Please keep us in the loop.

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    Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    Oh dear! I'm assuming that Lebowski possibly ate the dead mouse or licked at it. If he otherwise did not have any direct contact with the mouse, it is unlikely that this is related to today's vomiting. If he ingested any part of the dead mouse, I would be concerned about a possible exposure to rat poison (since the cause of the mouse's death is unknown) or even simply an upset stomach from eating something unusual. I do recommend taking him to a vet for an exam and blood clotting tests to determine if he developed any blood clotting issues from eating the mouse. However, if Lebowski did not eat or directly contact the mouse, you can try withholding food for 6-8 hours before offering a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice several times per day for the next few days before gradually transitioning back to his normal diet. I hope that he is feeling better soon!

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