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My dog ate a hair clip. What happens and should I check his poop?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

i had an hair clip on my hair and i cannot find it anywhere (it was smaller than the one in the picture). although i don’t think charlie ate it (because he wasn’t next to me) i just want to make sure: if he did ingest it what will happen? should i monitor his stool to see if something passes?

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 22nd, 2019

I am sorry to hear about your concern for Charlie! Hopefully it will turn up but monitor your pup’s behavior for the next few days. Watch for a decreased appetite, lethargy, vomiting, abdominal pain, or difficult having a bowel movement and if these occur seek veterinary care.

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