My puppy swallowed, now can't lick or drink. Vet or anxiety?

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My puppy swolled a grissle ,,but luckily we got it out his breathing is back to normal but, he can't seem to lick or drink water I'm wondering if this can be fixed or if he needs to see a vet Lucian is my baby and I love him to pieces. I just don't know why he can't lick anything my husband said it's probably anxiety could this be a factor?or should I be more concerned? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 13 days old | 10 lbs

Mirissa Duncil, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Likely he is upset by the ordeal and having had you pull the object from his mouth-I would give him a few hours and try rot see if he calms down enough to drink water. It is possible that in the removal process he received a scratch on the inside of his mouth, etc as well that has made it a bit uncomfortable for him. If he continues last morning not able to drink water comfortably-I would seek a veterinary visit so that they can do an oral exam-likely it will not come to this. I hope this helps!

My puppy swallowed, now can't lick or drink. Vet or anxiety?

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