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My puppy ate trash and has an upset stomach. Could it be poisoning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 40 lbs

Hello. I have a lab/pitbull mix, he is six months old and his stomach has been making sounds as well as (3) hiccups or/ coughs. His brother (same mix and age) died a weekend ago for unknown reasons. We are unable to take him to a vet but are scared that he may have poisioning. The dogs got into trash from a neighbors, do you think that might be a possibility?

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 16th, 2017

What a lovely pup! It sounds like Bud has quite an upset stomach, he may have eaten something that hasn't agreed with him or been off. In that case he should be okay and if you starve him for 24 hours then feed bland rice and chicken for a few days his stomach should settle. However, it could be something more serious, if Bud seems dull or lethargic or starts vomiting I would urge you to take him to the vet. More serious conditions would be poisoning or an obstruction. Go to the vet immediately if his stomach looks bloated. Finally, if his brother has died recently there is a chance Bud could have an underlying condition from birth, hopefully not though. Keep a really close eye on him and if he seems really sick or dull please go to the vet.

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