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My dog ate mulch and isn't eating much. Is this a vet emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Blue Heeler | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 12 days old | 6 lbs

Pets been chewing on mulch and has not been eatting a lot lately

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 31st, 2019

If Rumble has been eating mulch, this could cause an obstruction as well as an upset stomach. That may be why he isn't eating a lot lately. I'd take him into a vet as soon as possible to get checked out. Best of luck.

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