My Dog Swallowed Chicken Bones- What Now?
What to Do when Your Dog Swallows Chicken Bones
My dog swallowed chicken bones recently, and my veterinarian gave good advice. The first thing she asked was if the bones were cooked or raw. Cooked chicken bones are dangerous for dogs because they can splinter and cause damage going through the intestines. Raw chicken bones are safe for dogs.
After determining that my dog ate raw chicken bones, she asked if he had blood in his stool. Blood in the dog's stool could indicate damage to the intestines, and the vet would need to see him.
Since my dog didn't have blood in his stool, the vet asked about diarrhea and constipation. Sometimes after eating chicken bones dogs have a hard time pooping or have diarrhea. If a dog has is constipated, the vet suggested giving him some bread soaked in cooking oil. Since my dog had diarrhea and only a little bit of trouble with constipation, the vet told me to withhold food for 24 hours but make sure he had plenty of fresh water.
If there was no constipation or diarrhea, and the dog was able to poo as normal, the vet suggested watching for unusual behavior in the dog. If my dog started acting weird or as if he were in pain, continued diarrhea beyond two days, or was unable to poo for two days, I was to take him to the veterinarian's office.
I learned that the biggest danger when dogs eat chicken bones is the possibility of choking on the bones. Dogs can choke on cooked chicken bones and die if not treated immediately by a vet. If your dog is eating chicken bones, take them away. If he is choking, take him to the veterinarian right way.
Preventing injuries from eating chicken bones is best. When your family eats chicken, don't leave the chicken carcass on the counter. Place it in the oven while you eat, and take trash containing chicken bones outside to the dumpster or trash bin while cleaning up. Chicken bones left on a counter or in a trash can inside the house will likely result in the bones being eaten by your dog.
Source:
Personal Experience
Published by Rebecca Rosenburg
Rebecca Rosenburg is a freelance writer and information specialist. Rebecca has worked in the health care industry for 16 years as a CNA/Caregiver. Rebecca is also an educator with 13 years experience specia... View profile
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15 Comments
Post a CommentGood to know... we never gave our dogs chicken bones, but sometimes the neighbors would have a bbq and give the dog things, and that could be worrisome.
well done
Excellent information - I'm a dog owner. Although we can be careful, sometimes things can go wrong. Thanks for writing.
This is very good information to know. Thanks.
good work!
My cats love to eat chicken bones, including hot wings.
Wow, very interesting different dog tale:)
excellent work - thanks for sharing
Sweet little puppy...My dog ate a whole tray of barbecued chicken legs and was fine.Nice work on this.
Great info for dog owners