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My dog swallowed a chicken drumette. Will he have digestion issues?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 14 lbs

Hello, my 1 year and 4 months Cavalier King Charles just ate a whole drumette - the part of the wing attached to the chicken body, without chewing it, simply swallowed it. now he acts normal but can I expect further problems with his digestion?

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Dr. Leigh, DVM

Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 4th, 2017

It could cause some gastric upset or possibly an obstruction. Monitor him for vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, lethargy and have him examined by a vet if your notice anything abnormal. Your vet can run lab-work and take an x-ray, if needed, to help diagnose and then determine the best way to treat.
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