My dog chewed a lamp wire. Is it harmful? Should I go to the vet?

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I woke up to find that my dog has chewed up a lamp wire, I don't know if he's swallowed any of it. Should I take him to the vets? If he has swallowed any will this harm him or will he pass it naturally? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 27 days old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Toxicity wise there isn't much to worry about but the wire could still irritate the stomach and intestines, depending on the amount it could also cause an obstruction. if the wire was connected to the electricity at the time of ingestion he could also have been electrocuted which can cause some internal damage in the lungs and throat for example. you should consider all these options and decide if you want to monitor him for now or take him tp the vet right away for a checkup.

My dog chewed a lamp wire. Is it harmful? Should I go to the vet?

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