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My Dog Ate a Plastic Bag What Should I Do?

Kyoko

February 27, 2020
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My Dog Ate a Plastic Bag What Should I Do?

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Dogs are famous for eating anything that grabs their fancy! Think of those tasty morsels he’s dug out of the kitchen wastebasket, or the dead bird he tried to eat out in the yard. Dogs have also been known to eat plastic bags, probably more from curiosity than hunger.

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What to Do if Your Dog’s Eaten a Plastic Bag

Has your fur baby eaten a plastic bag? Don’t panic, but if you’ve seen your dog eat a plastic bag, or you suspect he’s done so, then be sure to call the vet right away. And do not induce vomiting, as this could cause a worse problem. However, if the vet advises you to induce vomiting, then follow his instructions.

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A dog’s system can’t digest plastic. If your canine companion’s eaten a large plastic bag, this could cause some health problems. But if he’s eaten only a small piece, changes are it will go through his system without a problem.

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Be sure to observe any symptoms your fur baby could be having:

  • Gagging or retching that’s not productive (he could have the bag caught in his throat)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating
  • Lying in a way that’s not normal for him

These could be signs that your dog has the bag caught in his throat (gagging, retching), or he could have an intestinal blockage. If you notice these symptoms, then call your vet right away—these are signs your fur baby’s having a medical emergency.

In all cases, even if you believe your dog has eaten a plastic bag, then be sure to call the vet for advice on next steps.

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Diagnosis & Treatment for Dog Eating Plastic Bag

The vet will ask you questions about what has happened, the size of the bag, the time your dog swallowed it and other pertinent questions.

After this, the vet will perform a physical exam, and may order x-rays in order to see where the plastic is in your fur baby’s body. The x-rays will also show if your dog is having a bowel obstruction.

From the exam, the vet may determine that the bag will pass through your dog’s system safely. They will send your canine companion home and instruct you on what to watch for. You’ll need to keep a close on eye on your dog to watch for symptoms that signal he’s having trouble.

On the other hand, if the bag needs to be removed, the vet may use an endoscope procedure, or your fur baby may require surgery.

After treatment, the vet may prescribe antibiotics to prevent an infection. It may also be necessary to keep your pup quiet and avoid too much activity for a few days.

If treated early, your fur baby has an excellent chance of avoiding serious health issues after eating a plastic bag.

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Kyoko

Kyoko is from a family of 3 and moved to New York with her parents and siblings when she was 13. Kyoko is fond of spending a great amount of time with pets, specifically her beagle Luna and cat Missy. Her boyfriend often complains that she spends too much time giving attention to their animals. Kyoko has written dozens of articles concerning pets and is aiming at owning a pet shop one day!

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Inspred Mind says:
May 10, 2020 at 5:37 pm

A plastic bag? You do not say! I don’t even know how that is going to be possible in the first place. But I guess things can happen which you can’t even explain how. I’ll just try to keep it away from my dog because he’s fond of putting everything in his mouth.

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Smith Oliver says:
May 13, 2020 at 11:40 pm

It happens a lot so it’s just better if you try to keep him away from it as the risks are so much. If at any point you feel your dog has eaten a plastic bag, it’s better to call the vet right away so that you can be sure that your pet has a good chance of being helped if his case is worse.

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Faith says:
May 15, 2020 at 2:24 am

The way my dog drags and plays around bin bags is both hilarious and scary. Although I have not seen her eat the bag, I wanted to know what could happen if she ingested some amount of it. Thanks for this article

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Brady says:
May 15, 2020 at 3:44 am

Yes, it may be necessary to keep your dog quiet so he doesn’t strain himself trying to get involved in too much activity that may pose a problem later.

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