My dog vomited antler chips. Should I feed him? What to watch for?

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We have given our dogs antlers to chew on, and they love them. I gave them both new antlers last night, and this morning Beau vomited before breakfast, and when cleaning it up, I found several chips of antler in it. Otherwise he is his normal self. Should I go ahead and feed him? What other problems can arise, and what are the symptoms I should look for? He gets fed 1/4 can pumpkin & 1 cup dry food. Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Male | neutered | 5 years and 8 months old | 50 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I would not recommend antlers as treats if Beau is able to get off chunks of the antler. If it doesn't dissolve in the stomach acid, it could cause pain in the GI tract and even cause painful constipation as it consolidates in the feces. You can continue to offer small amount of foods (maybe half of normal) for the next day or two. If Beau isn't interested in eating his food or seems painful or lethargic, or if the vomiting continues, he should be examined by a vet immediately.

My dog vomited antler chips. Should I feed him? What to watch for?

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