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My dog ate a ham bone, now has diarrhea. Is his stomach upset? What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | neutered | 1 year and 9 months old

My dog eat the ends of a ham bone yesterday. He’s been having Diarrhea however not in distressed. I believe he may have an upset stomach because of this. What should I do?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 31st, 2019

I'd have Rory seen by a vet today. This ham bone could be causing an obstruction leading to the diarrhea, and if he does have an obstruction, that will have to be removed surgically. Please take him into a vet now to get checked out. Best of luck.

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