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My small dog ate a plastic dice. Is it dangerous? What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 4 lbs

My dog Cesar weighs 4 pounds and just ate a plastic dice will he die and what should I do he’s just sleeping right now and isn’t having any problems peeing

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 5th, 2018

I cannot answer this question for you. There is no way for me to know for sure whether or not this will cause him any distress. The dice itself is not toxic but I would be worried about it causing an obstruction in his intestinal tract. Any time a dog has eaten a foreign object, especially a small 4 pound dog, they should be evaluated by a vet. Your vet may be able to induce vomiting and get him to throw up the dice. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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