DogsPet parentOctober 9, 2026

He swallowed a deer hoof a few nights ago

He swallowed a deer hoof a few nights ago. And then vomited it back up the next morning he was fine for 2 days after that but today he's not been feeling well he hasn't eaten today he's drinking water not vomiting and been pooping fine but he's lacking energy and has sad look on his face

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DWDylan Wilson, DVMVerified VetSmall Animal, Mixed Animal, Preventive Care, Laboratory Medicine · KY license 293504Answered 7d ago

Hello, sorry to hear he isn't feeling well. If he has further signs of loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea he should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If you notice his abdomen appears enlarged, retching with no vomit, or he has an increased respiratory rate at rest with lethargy, please take him to an emergency veterinarian.

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