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My dog ate plastic, vomited. Does this mean he needs surgery now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 19 days old | 28 lbs

PLEASE ANSWER THIS AS FAST AS YOU CAN. So my dog ate a plastic thing under the wee wee pad that keeps it stable two days ago.And just now he threw up and I assumed it was in his throw up because that's how he got it out the last time he ate it.But it's was not.Please help me.I heard vomiting means he need a surgery to get it out?!

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on December 10th, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Hachi! He is so cute! If Hachi ate the one the black buttons on the bottom it could be stuck in his intestines. He is a small dog. The only way to know if it is stuck requiring surgery is to take him to the Emergency hospital for an exam and belly X-rays. If he has an obstruction, time is of the essence and he should have it removed as soon as possible, meaning today versus tomorrow. Other causes of vomiting are possible: parasites, viral or bacterial infections, dietary indiscretion, food allergy or intolerance, etc. I hope this helps and I wish Hachi the best!!

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