My dog ate chicken bones, now sick, lethargic, and has diarrhea.

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Suspect dog ate numerous chicken bones approx 24 hours ago. Threw away outdated, cooked chicken wings, the garbage was knocked over with no evidence left of the bones. Approx 18 hours after the poss ingestion (6 hours ago) he had a very large, severe episode of diarrhea, followed by 2 more severe, large episodes and 2 smaller episodes. Last episode roughly 2 hrs ago. Not interested in food. Some water to drink. Lethargic, inactive, lazy. Normally bouncing off walls, barking constantly, active. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 55 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

This is very serious and he needs immediate veterinary attention. The bones are probably still in his stomach and intestinal tract and the diarrhea can quickly result in dehydration. Many dogs also get pancreatitis from eating rich, fatty foods. He will need fluids, an X-ray to determine where the bones are, and possibly surgery. My dog ate rib bones and he needed to be hospitalized and the bones surgically removed. Again this can become life threatening quickly so please take him in for treat soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Nino.

My dog ate chicken bones, now sick, lethargic, and has diarrhea.

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