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My dog ate a towel and is vomiting. Should I take her to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 1 year and 2 months old | 50 lbs

My dog got agold of a towel and riped it apart and ate it we think she has been vomiting today but still will eat but vomits an hour or so later. Should we take her in or will this pass. She seems to be less interested in food and water this evening. She has had a history of getting into things but she has always passed it a few days later.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 26th, 2017

She could have an intestinal obstruction or possibly just an upset stomach. She should be examined by a vet to determine if she has an obstruction and your vet can take an abdominal x-ray to evaluate. She would need surgery to remove the towel, if an obstruction is found. If your vet does not see evidence of an obstruction than he/she can prescribe medications to help treat the vomiting.

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    Answered By Jenny, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 12th, 2018

    If you have not seen the towel and he vomited and now has.a change in bowels, that can indicate an obstruction. I would be worried about where the towel is inside him. It is best to take him to your vet for X-rays to see if there is a gas pattern or an obstruction as this can indicate surgery will be needed.

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