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My puppy ate a pee pad. What should I do if he's sick or throwing up?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 26 days old | 10 lbs

My puppy ate the mat that we use for him to pee. We have made him sick with water. Is there any medication we can give him? Also is can he eat and drink?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on March 5th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If Kobu chewed up and ingested pieces of a wee-wee pad then he is at risk for that material to become stuck. If you made him vomit, did he vomit up ALL the pieces that were missing? If he didn't vomit up pieces then hopefully he will pass them in his stool. I would feed him small amounts of water and a bland diet as small frequent meals for several days. If he refuses to eat, starts vomiting and is lethargic he needs to be seen ASAP by a Veterinarian. They will need to take X-rays to make sure he doesn't need surgery to remove the pad pieces. I hope this helps and I wish you and Kobu the best!

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