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My Dog Ate a Pork Bone Will He Get Sick?

Julie

August 7, 2020
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My Dog Ate a Pork Bone Will He Get Sick?

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Dogs love to chew on bones! Does your fur baby have a thing for bones? If so, he’s not alone. If there’s a bone left unattended on a plate, your dog probably has seen it. When you’re not looking, he may make a grab for it! But what happens if your dog eats a pork bone?

Pork Bones Aren’t Safe for Dogs

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Pork bones may seem like they would be safe; however, that’s not the case. The reason is that pork bones can easily splinter and crack. It doesn’t matter if they’re raw or cooked. If your dog swallows some very tiny pieces of pork bone (and we mean very tiny), chances are he will be OK.

However, larger pieces of bone can become stuck in your dog’s throat and cause him to choke, or the bones could pass through the digestive system and become stuck, causing an intestinal blockage.

Pieces of pork bone that has sharp edges could also cause small tears and scratches to a dog’s throat. If the pieces pass through to the digestive system, sharp bone pieces could cause tears and damage to the stomach and intestinal tract.

Symptoms the Bone is Causing Problems for Your Dog

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First, if you know your dog has just swallowed a bone, then watch to see if he begins showing signs of choking. Your canine companion may start to gag, vomit, or even cough. You may notice that he’s pawing his mouth or rubbing his face on the floor or ground. Your fur baby may also be drooling excessively.

However, a bone can become lodged in the esophagus and block your dog’s airways. In this case, you may notice some of the symptoms above, but you may also notice your dog’s skin and mucus membranes are turning blue (this is called cyanosis), which is caused when your dog isn’t getting enough air. This is a medical emergency and your dog needs immediate medical treatment.

If you don’t notice any of the symptoms outlined above, then chances are the bone has gone down without a problem. But there’s possible danger. There’s a chance the bone could cause an intestinal blockage if it passes from the stomach and into the intestines. Symptoms to watch for include:

  • Vomiting
  • Lethargy
  • Weight loss
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Abdominal swelling and/or pain
  • Constipation

This is a medical emergency which needs to be treated as soon as possible. In most cases, your dog may require surgery to remove the blockage.

We don’t mean to scare you, but bones can be very dangerous for your fur baby. Never leave any type of bones unattended where your dog can reach them or give him pork bones to chew on. Instead, a safer option would be a bully stick, deer antler, or even tough chew toys.

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Julie is a graduate of the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, where she studied Animal science. Though contrary to the opinion of her parents she was meant to study pharmacy, but she was in love with animals especially cats. Julie currently works in an animal research institute (NGO) in California and loves spending quality time with her little cat. She has the passion for making research about animals, how they survive, their way of life among others and publishes it. Julie is also happily married with two kids.

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Racheal says:
August 28, 2020 at 7:57 am

I can’t tell how grateful I am to have found this piece. I have always assume all bones are okay for dogs to eat since they are intuitively created for that. I wouldn’t have thought pork bone is a no-go area for them. We indeed learn every day.

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Mary says:
August 30, 2020 at 5:01 pm

You are not alone. We know better now. Thanks to an educative platform as this. Things would have been a bit tough for a new dog owner like me.

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charlotte says:
August 28, 2020 at 7:58 am

It may not be that easy monitoring the animal every time to see if it’s showing any symptoms that it has eaten pork bone. I would just put a stop to eating pork in my house for now.

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Lauren says:
August 30, 2020 at 5:03 pm

That’s a good decision but not all of us can do that too… Lol. Some of us love eating pork so much that we can’t just stop cooking them at home. Keeping a watchful eye on the dog will work better for me.

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Lauren says:
August 30, 2020 at 5:04 pm

That’s a good decision but not all of us can do that too… Lol. Some of us love eating pork so much that we can’t just stop cooking them at home. Keeping a watchful eye on the dog will work better for me.

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