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My dog threw up a corn cob. Is he safe now that it's out?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog (duplicate) | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 8 months old | 110 lbs

Hello my dog was vomiting yesterday, then threw up half a corn on the cob this morning (we haven’t had corn on the cob for 3 weeks) should he be ok now it’s out?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on February 24th, 2019

It would be hard to say without knowing how much he ate. It would be a good idea to have him examined by your vet in person, and an X-ray taken, to make sure there aren't any more corncobs in Buster's belly.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 5th, 2017

    Corn on the cob can cause a lot of problems, it can stay in the stomach for ages or get stuck in the intestines. according to the symptoms, if i had to guess there might still be at least a piece in the stomach that is causing vomiting. if this carries on you will have to take him to the vet in order to have an xray done.

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    Answered By Rebecca, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 1st, 2017

    Hi. Wil is a little dog so I'd certainly be concerned about him not eating and vomiting. Some possibilities are obstruction as you mentioned but with a Schnauzer eating something he shouldn't pancreatitis and gastritis are high on the list of possibilities too. Since it sounds like this has gone on over 24 hours I would recommend taking Wil to his vet for an assessment. They can help with fluids if he's dehydrated and may recommend bloodwork or radiographs based on his condition. Hope he feels better soon.

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    Answered By Penelope Graben, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 22nd, 2018

    Hello, Corn cobs are unfortunately one of the most common things that cause intestinal obstructions in dogs. If he swallowed too large of a piece, it could be cutting blood supply off and require surgery. It concerns me that he ate it the other night but is still vomiting some up. Vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy are the most common signs associated with an intestinal obstruction. If he has been eating well and passing formed stools, he may have just had some corn cob sitting in his stomach and be very lucky. If he is reluctant to eat, acting at all uninterested in play or lethargic, experiences any change in bowel movements, or continues to vomit, take him to the nearest emergency clinic ASAP for possible surgery. I hope this is helpful! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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