suspecting my puppy swallowed a nail, and wondering when will i know if she did not; like how long before she starts acting weird or something

Updated On January 5th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | 13 lbs

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

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It could happen quickly if it causes a problem in the esophagus, or it could take a few days to become lodged in the intestines. There are reports out there of foreign objects that have stayed in the stomach for months. I think your best bet would be to see a veterinarian who can perform an x-ray and determine whether or not the nail was eaten and what should be done next. Sometimes simply monitoring the stool for a few days until the nail is recovered would be recommended.

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