My dog ate plastic from a gas can and drank gasoline. What now?

I'm sorry to hear that Trixie Deeny isn't feeling well this evening. It sounds like she is experiencing some form of gastroenteritis with the vomit and increased gut noises. She may start having diarrhea if her stomach is rumbling so much. If she vomits profusely tonight or is hard to rouse again, she should see an emergency veterinarian. If she is still having the gas noises or develops diarrhea she will need to see her veterinarian tomorrow. Anytime a dog eats plastic, I worry about it getting stuck or obstructing the intestines. It takes a fairly large piece for this to occur though. If she continues to vomit though, x-rays will be warranted to ensure this had not occurred. I hope this information helps!

As long as he is eating and drinking normally, I would not be concerned. If he begins to vomit or loses his appetite, then I would recommend having a veterinarian take a look at him and perform some diagnostic testing such as x-rays to help rule out a foreign body obstruction from the plastic. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns.

If it has been less than an hour since your pet ate it, you can induce vomiting by giving an oral dose of hydrogen peroxide, about 1 cc per pound. One tablespoon is about 5 cc. A turkey baster will work if you don't have a syringe. Longer than an hour and it will have already moved into the intestines. If it's too late to get him to vomit, you can reasonably expect diarrhea at least. I would withhold food for 12-24 hours to give his gut a chance to rest after this very rich meal. When you start feeding him, only give him a few pieces of kibble at a time, every 30 minutes or so, until he has had his usual meal. If at any time he develops lethargy, fever, repeated vomiting, abdominal pain, or any other adverse symptoms, he should be seen by your vet right away. The plastic could cause a blockage that can seriously damage his intestines.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may result in gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, inappetence and diarrhea. If any of these are observed, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. It may cause gas but that is usually not a big concern. Have a good night!

First of all, do not induce vomiting with this particular toxin, as it cause cause more damage by coming back up and Harley is at an increased risk of aspiration (going into her lungs). Side effects of petroleum product ingestion can include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, tremor, and coma, among other things. Ideally, I would advise immediate emergency veterinary care. If this is not reasonable, Harley needs to see a vet first thing in the morning. You can also call the Pet Poison Helpline for additional consultation: 855-764-7661

These signs could be compatible with an acute inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver) most likely secondary to a foreign body ingestion. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

That was naughty of your pup! The concern I have with him eating gravy mix is that is may contain onions and/or garlic, which is toxic to dogs. Because I don't know what the ingredients of the gravy mix are, I recommend you call the Pet Poison hotline immediately at (888) 426-4435. There is a $65 fee for calling, but you can tell them the ingredients of the gravy mix, and they can advise your further. You can also call your vet with the ingredients of the mix, and they can advise you as well. I can say that if the mix does contain onions and/or garlic, your dog should see a vet immediately.