When it comes to eating, some dogs don’t make distinctions between food and inedible objects. It has happened to many pet owners: a moment of distraction and suddenly the dog is chewing on a sock or a rock. Or something much more unusual.
A user named John McClane has told the story of Hans-Gruber on What is certain is that the dog, as can be seen in the video, needed to go to the vet for an apparent tummy ache.
The most surprising thing of all is that the animal swallowed a dildo and had to need help to evacuate it. “It’s okay, but I have never been more embarrassed in my life…” says the user. This behavior may seem funny at first, but it is important to be alert, as it could cause significant discomfort.
Swallowed objects can cause intestinal blockages, perforations, or even poisoning if they contain toxic substances. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the animal’s symptoms and take it to a veterinarian so that the object can be safely expelled.
Boredom is a common reason dogs ingest inappropriate objects, a behavior known as pica. When dogs don’t have enough mental or physical stimulation, they look for ways to entertain themselves, and chewing on anything they can find is one way to do so.
Additionally, stress and anxiety can also lead to this behavior. Changes in the dog’s environment, such as moving house or the arrival of a new family member, can cause anxiety and lead the dog to seek comfort in chewing and swallowing objects. Stress can manifest itself in many ways in dogs, including pica.
