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My dog hasn't pooped in 2 days after eating a bottle cap. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 10 months and 25 days old | 44 lbs

My dog hasn’t gone poop in 2 days and also early this morning ate a litter bottle cap

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on November 27th, 2017

IF Kenzo is eating,drinking and acting normal I would not be to concerned if he has not defecated. Sometimes if dogs have diarrhea it will take a few days for them to have normal stool. However, if he is lethargic, vomiting or not eating I would recommend taking him to a vet because not defecating can be a sign of obstruction. If Kenzo is having diarrhea I would also recommend taking him to the vet to determine the cause. In younger dogs parasites, virus and even indigestion can cause diarrhea. I hope he feels better soon

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