My dog ate nail files and has bloody diarrhea. Is it an emergency?

Question

My female lab got into a pack of nail files and ate almost all of them (about 6) shes had diarrhea for the past two days, when I took her out today she was straining and I noticed It was just bright red blood drops coming out. I read that I should feed her some bread to help it pass so I did that. I was wondering what else I could do at home, should I just let it pass? Or should I take her to the vet? She has no vomiting or change in energy. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 90 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

This indeed sounds like there may be an obstruction now especially since she has not been able to pass any of the nail files with the diarrhea, There is a possibility that the files are just partially obstructing the bowel which is why she is not vomiting. Please take her to a veterinary emergency room now for some xrays. she will definitely need antibiotics due to the bleeding, but she actually may need surgery to remove the files.

My dog ate nail files and has bloody diarrhea. Is it an emergency?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What's the best way to feed my hamster when I'm going on a trip?

Can chickens eat bell peppers daily and what about veggie salads?

My newly adopted pet won't eat hay. What can I do to encourage it?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

Share