My dog ate fatty treats and a bone. Not pooping. Should I worry?

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My 65 lbs GSD mix got into two bags of treats and a buffalo horn yesterday. The first bag was just freeze dried buffalo lungs, but the second one was pig skin strips, which I am worried about because of the fatty content. The buffalo horn also has a high calcium content which tends to make poop rock hard. I withheld her dinner, but she is drinking, walking, and sleeping fine. No changes in behavior but hasn't pooped in 12 hours. Should I be worried? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 60 lbs

Catherine Stecyk · Accepted Answer

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. It sounds like Xena was a bit naughty and got into too many treats! She is a larger dog, so she will likely be OK. I would monitor her closely for any gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhea. Acute intake of fatty foods can cause acute pancreatitis in dogs, which can range from an easy fix to a multi-day hospitalization with potential for life-threatening complications. If Xena becomes inappetant, has episodes of vomiting or diarrhea, or simply isn't acting herself, I recommend having her evaluated by a veterinarian. It is unlikely that the high-calcium buffalo treats will cause any issues. I hope this is helpful!

My dog ate fatty treats and a bone. Not pooping. Should I worry?

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