My dog swallowed a hair tie. Is it safe to make him vomit at home?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Havanese | Male | unneutered | 8 months and 17 days old
Should I induce vomiting if my dog swallowed a hair tie? It's made of fabric, no metal on it, small but thick (like 1 cm)
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Published on February 11th, 2017
No, I would not induce vomiting in Kiba. I never recommend owners do that because hydrogen peroxide (which is used to induce vomiting) can and does cause severe gastritis and esophagitis, often worse than the original problem. In addition, it can lead to aspiration, and the owner will not have the medical knowledge or equipment to treat that at home. A hair tie that small made of fabric will likely pass on it's own, but if you wanted to be safe, you can take Kiba into a vet now who can induce vomiting with a shot.
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Published on February 11th, 2017
Oh no, that was naughty of Kiba! Hair ties are relatively small and can pass without problem, but if you are very concerned about it, you can take Kiba into a vet now who can induce vomiting with a shot.
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