My dog ate trash. What should I watch for and when to call the vet?

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Hi! I have a 3 year old 70 lb boxer. He got into our kitchen trash today. He rummaged through and 8 I don't know how much. I am wondering what I need to be concerned about or watch for. I'm not completely certain as to what all was in there but I'm pretty sure I have a good idea. Mostly just household food items. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | 3 years and 5 months old | 70 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

If you think he may have ingested bones, plastic, foil, etc then I suggest you get him to your vet for an exam right now. If he just ate food, then he may be fine or he may start having vomiting and/or diarrhea. There is no way for me to know what to tell you. My suggestion would be to monitor him. Give no food for 12 hours; having water available is fine. If he starts vomiting he needs to see the vet ASAP. If he has diarrhea it will likely resolve on it's own within a day or two. Diarrhea is not as concerning as vomiting. Vomiting can be an obstruction or pancreatitis, both of which can be serious. Hope this helps.

My dog ate trash. What should I watch for and when to call the vet?

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