My name is Brittany Wilson and I am a Pet Sitter servicing exclusively in Eagle, ID. My rates are based on time and are per visit.
01/25/2025
Lifesaving tip for when your dog swallows something sharp:
Not long ago, my dog accidentally swallowed a thumbtack during our walk. I panicked and called the vet right away. She told me that for sharp objects, it’s best not to induce vomiting as it could harm their esophagus on the way back up. Instead, it’s recommended to let it pass naturally. The vet advised me to feed my dog lots and lots of bread, ideally slathered in olive oil. This way, the thumbtack would hopefully get packed inside the bread and pass through her system safely!
I followed her advice, and my dog thought it was the best day ever (haha). The vet said to keep an eye on her behavior and ensure she was eating and drinking normally without any visible discomfort. It should pass within about 24 hours. Of course, if anything seemed off, I could take her to the vet immediately.
And sure enough, almost exactly 24 hours later, the thumbtack came out encased in her p**p! Here’s a picture of the thumbtack alongside the dog in question.
I just wanted to share this tip in case anyone finds themselves in a similar situation! Hope this helps.
TLDR: If your dog swallows a sharp object, feed them a ton of bread with olive oil right away.
