My dog ate a lollipop stick. Could it harm his stomach or gut?

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My dog ate a dumb dumb lollipop before I could wrestle it out if her mouth. Should I be concerned about the stick perforating something? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 35 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

I think the sticks are made out of paper which should soften pretty quickly in the stomach. If the stick is plastic there could be slightly more concern for it to get stuck somewhere but I still think it would not perforate the stomach or intestines. You should monitor him for vomiting or a decreased appetite.

My dog ate a lollipop stick. Could it harm his stomach or gut?

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