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My dog ate plastic, is drooling, and won't eat. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

My dog is drooling excessively. The other day he vommitted whole plastic. He doesn’t want to eat right now. What could be the problem?

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 23rd, 2018

I’m sorry to hear about Cookie! Excessive drooling is a common sign of nausea- which make since if he’s recently eaten plastic. If he vomits again or does not want to eat for more than 24 hours, it’s time to see the vet as these could signal an intestinal blockage. Your vet wil likely recommend x-rays if possible to help make that diagnosis. For now, do not force food or water, but keep both available in case he becomes interested. Best of luck to you and Cookie!

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    Answered By Amber W

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on August 11th, 2017

    Poor Archie! I think it is important you take Archie to see a veterinarian right away! He may have a bowel obstruction from eating the bottle lid and chicken bone. He could also have pancreatitis. Both conditions are very serious and needs medical attention. A veterinarian will be able to take X-rays and start supportive care so please take Archie.

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on June 23rd, 2018

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, unfortunately this is concerning. Vomiting and inappetence can occur from many conditions such as foreign body ingestion and obstruction, pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, among other possibilities. I recommend that you have Myah evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. This will likely require bloodwork and abdominal imaging in terms of diagnostics. Treatment would be based on findings. At the very least your veterinarian could start her on medications to make her feel better. In the meantime, keep water available at all times to try to prevent dehydration. Good luck and have a good day!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 30th, 2017

    It could be that Olaf has an obstruction from whatever he ate, and the plastic he threw up was only part of it. It's quite serious he won't eat or drink and is very lethargic. He needs to see a vet immediately. He will need a physical exam and x-rays to diagnose if he does have an obstruction, and if he does have one, he will need surgery to remove. Please take Olaf into an ER vet or find a vet on call to see him now.

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