My puppy ate a thistle plant and is hacking. Should I be concerned?

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My puppy ate a thistle type plant and now is hacking every once in a while to clear his throat. He is still eating and playing like normal. Is he ok? Pet's info: Dog | Elkhound | Male | neutered | 4 months and 25 days old | 35 lbs

Tomasz Wnuk · Accepted Answer

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. The spikes of thistle have tendency to get stuck at the base of the tongue, tonsils and the throat. They may have to be removed under sedation if they are bothering your puppy. Please, take Loki to your local vets for an appointment. Your vet may recommend sedation to assess the mouth and the throat for presence of the spikes.

My puppy ate a thistle plant and is hacking. Should I be concerned?

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