Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 30 days old | 10 lbs
Zeus was chewing on a bug. I got it out of his mouth. Will he get sick? He only kinda chewed it up. It was still alive.
1 Answer
Published on September 8th, 2018
Most bugs will not harm a dog if eaten. In general, the more colorful a bug is, the more toxic it may be. Rinse his mouth thoroughly with cool water for at least 15 minutes. Monitor for lethargy, drooling, swelling or pawing at the mouth. See your veterinarian if any of these symptoms develop.
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