{"id":11868,"date":"2025-12-29T10:29:23","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T02:29:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hvoc.com.hk\/?p=11868"},"modified":"2025-12-29T10:37:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T02:37:31","slug":"foreign-body-ingestion-in-animals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hvoc.com.hk\/en\/foreign-body-ingestion-in-animals\/","title":{"rendered":"Foreign Body Ingestion in Animals"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Dogs and cats are naturally curious \ud83e\udd29 and may ingest non-food items out of curiosity, play, or due to behavioral issues such as pica. Commonly ingested items include plastic bags, sewing needles, wooden objects, textiles, and various household items like toys, socks, and bones, or anything that is smaller than their mouths and can be swallowed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Signs and Symptoms to Watch For \ud83d\udce2
Many animals do not show obvious signs after ingesting a foreign object. Symptoms vary depending on the object\u2019s size, shape, and location, but owners should remain alert for:
\u00b7 Vomiting
\u00b7 Lethargy
\u00b7 Abdominal pain or tenderness
\u00b7 Anorexia (loss of appetite)
\u00b7 Constipation or diarrhea
\u00b7 Restlessness
\u00b7 Difficulty breathing (if the object is in the esophagus)

Diagnosis\u200d\ud83e\uddd1\u200d\u2695\ufe0f
X-rays are the most common diagnostic tool for detecting foreign bodies. However, some objects may require ultrasound or other advanced imaging to be identified.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Treatment
While some small foreign bodies may pass naturally through the gastrointestinal tract, others\u2014such as buttons\u2014must be removed. Depending on the object and its location, treatment may involve:
\u2022 Induced vomiting
\u2022 Endoscopy
\u2022 Surgery

Prevention
Animal owners should keep small household items out of reach, especially when animals are unsupervised. Common culprits include:
\u2022 Needles
\u2022 Threads
\u2022 Buttons
\u2022 Rubber bands
\u2022 Hair ties
These are particularly attractive\u2014and dangerous\u2014for animals.

If you suspect your dog or cat may have swallowed a foreign object, please call our 24-hour hotline \ud83d\udcde 3102 8528 immediately. Early intervention can prevent serious complications and keep your furry family members safe!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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