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My puppy got head stuck in kennel and died. How can I prevent this?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 12 days old

I have two females and two males six weeks today ready to go to there forever homes and I made them a kennel outside and got home from work one had there head stuck in the kennel and was gone

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on July 13th, 2019

Oh no, that is so terrible. I am so sorry. This poor puppy. Likely what happened is the Bart got his head stuck, panicked at being stuck, and may have choked or broken his neck. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

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