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My puppy ate a Nylabone and threw up. Should I take her to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 35 lbs

Hello! My 6 month old, 35 lb dog has eaten about 1/3rd of a Nylabone puppy chew wolf ring over the last two days. She threw some up this morning but not all from what I can tell. She is still using the bathroom normally. Should I keep an eye on her for a few days, try to get in at the vets office tomorrow, or take her to the vet immediately? Thanks for the advice!

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Answered By Oneal Bogan, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 12th, 2017

Hi. Depending on the size of pieces she's ingested, she may be able to just pass them in her stool. If not, she may become blocked which would cause vomiting, often times not even being able to keep water down. It does not sound like that is the case for Sloan. I would keep an eye on her, but if any vomiting or diarrhea occurs I'd take her in to the vet for an X-ray.

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    Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 25th, 2018

    There is definitely a concern for causing an obstruction in the stomach or intestines when large pieces are ingested, which can cause vomiting, but not wet poop. Considering Ruger is otherwise acting normal, I wouldn't be too concerned about anything serious yet. It's best to just observe him for now and discontinue giving him the nylabones. Normal GI transit time is 3-5 days for such things. During this time you would just be waiting to see if he has any signs of an obstruction. Signs of an obstructions are vomiting, not defecating, acting very painful/depressed and a decrease in appetite. If you notice these signs, then Ruger would need to go to the vet immediately for emergency surgery. I hope that helps and all is well with Ruger.

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