Dog ate ring pop, restless, licking, sitting oddly. What should I do?

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It really depends on what was in the lollipop. If the lollipop had some sort of gum or filling, it can cause an obstruction in her intestines. If she also ate the stick, that may cause problems such as a perforation, especially if the stick was plastic. The sugar content may make Hazel slightly hyper or shaky as well. I recommend bringing her to the vet if you are worried, as any of the conditions above are easier to treat the earlier they are diagnosed. You can also watch her for vomiting, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Good luck with Hazel!

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question. This may pass without problem. If you see vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, or lethargy, have her seen by a vet immediately. I would monitor her (and check her poop for the ring) over the next three days. Best of luck.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Since she is exhibiting some signs of eating foreign material, it is very important at this point to make sure that she is not obstructed as that will require therapy. I would highly recommend you consider having her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check on this with abdominal radiographs and proceed with therapy accordingly. Keep in mind that in some cases of an obstruction, surgery is necessary and the sooner it is diagnosed, the better the outcome tends to be. Have a good day!

Poor Nuala! If you think she may have swallowed some string from her toy, I would be very concerned that she might have an intestinal blockage - vomiting, not eating, acting lethargic, and not having regular bowel movements are all common signs of this problem. If she does have a blockage, this is a life-threatening emergency that will require immediate surgery to remove the obstruction, so I would recommend taking her to an emergency clinic tonight to be seen. The veterinarian there can examine her and take some x-rays to help determine if there is a blockage present, and will get her into surgery to remove it if a problem is found.

I’m so sorry to hear about Poppy! Red, runny eyes and licking at anus make me think allergies (which can developer at any age). The enlarged lymph node in the leg could be many things: normal, a reaction to a cut in the foot, cancer, or other. Same for the low white cell count. Depending on how low it is, it could be normal for Poppy, or indicate an infection or inflammation. As a side note, be sure she is licking at the anus and not the Vulva. If licking at the vulva I am concerned for: being in heat, UTI, uterine infection (pyometra) or other. Overall, my rule of thumb is “attitude and appetite”. If Poppy is happy, playful, eating, drinking and using the bathroom well, then there is no need to panic immediately, though I would still take her in if not improving in 48 hours. If she is lethargic, not eating, or having any other signs, it’s time to get to the vet more immediately. Hope this helps and best of luck to you and Poppy!

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and congratulations on your new puppy! Based on the ingredients in the photo, these rings are definitely digestible. At this point, it is likely safe to keep an eye on Echo, but he should be evaluated by a veterinarian if he starts vomiting, has diarrhea (especially if there is blood or mucus) or trouble defecating, or stops eating/appears lethargic. These can be signs that the teething ring has created a blockage in his intestines, and it may need to be removed. It is also possible that Echo will defecate pieces of the ring within the next few days, which is normal. I would recommend feeding him normally, but not giving him any of the teething rings for the next few days. Good luck with your new puppy!

This should be pass through the intestine without causing major problems. I would recommend to monitor Coco for the next 48hours for any sign like lethargy, inappetence, vomiting or having diarrhoea. If that was the case a check up would be ideal.