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My dog is sick and vomiting after eating a pig ear. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 20 lbs

I’m pretty sure my dog got sick from eating a pig ear, what should i do ? he throws up every 4/5 hours and wants to drink so much water

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on July 12th, 2019

Poor Buster. I can give you home remedy to see if that helps. Withhold food for 12-24 hours, then feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If the vomiting continues in the absence of food, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

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    Published on May 20th, 2019

    Hello. As long as she is eating & drinking normally, then it sounds like there is not too much to be concerned about. I would guess the treats & pigs ears may have something to do with this. The pigs ears may just be taking their time to digest & dissolve totally. You might want to recheck Luna's stools to make sure there are no parasite problems, but she may need more time to get over her indigestion. If it continues much longer, or she worsens, you will really need to see your veterinarian. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

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    Published on December 4th, 2016

    The pig's ear is probably the cause of vomiting and it might not be the end of it, it may happen again in the next 24 hours, keep a close eye on Misha in order to monitor her vomiting and withhold food for at least 8 hours. If she continues vomiting- take her to the vet.

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