You know when Thanksgiving comes around, you can expect that you will eat too much? Well, it’s funny, it is not only us that can sometimes be over gluttonous. Dogs have the capacity to accidentally overeat sometimes.
However, having a bit too much to eat is not a long term worry, just rest up, keep food away, and let the food go down. But sometimes, it can be cause for concern, and it should not be a regular occurrence either.
Today we will talk to you about when you should worry about your dog eating too much, and what you should do. However, if your dog is refusing to eat or drink, or they just lay there, check out this- https://petdt.com/dog-wont-eat-or-drink-and-just-lays-there/
What Should You Do?
You might have caught your dog with their head dug deep in the food bag, or such. If this is the case, then this is the best thing on our list today. It is not something to worry about, and they are just being extra gluttonous.
You know what they ate, and that they just need to let their food go down. If you know exactly what they’ve eaten, it’s even better.
Act quickly regardless, as you don’t know when they started eating or how long they’ve felt this way for. However, do not panic. They just need time to digest that huge meal.
So, what do you do in this scenario?
Things You Can Do
Just keep a watchful eye on them, make sure they are not in discomfort or distress, we all know how it feels to be very full. They feel the same.
Do not forget to check the list of ingredients to ensure that what they’ve eaten is safe for them to eat.
And then, if anything is wrong or your dog seems really unhappy, contact your veterinarian for some advice. Ask for advice, or if they seem really unhappy and unwell, you can take your dog to a clinic.
Should I Worry?
You should also watch out for warning signs if your pup has eaten excessively, they might be suffering for eating too much and this is especially important if you do not know what they ate.
So, these are a few things you should be thinking about if you do not know what they ate, and to help you figure out if they need a good lay down and a nap or a trip to the vets.
Toxic Foods
You should always be wary of your dog eating something they shouldn’t, from chocolate to onions and garlic, candy and so on. There are many things a dog should not eat and so you should be extra cautious if you think they may have eaten something they shouldn’t.
And then contact the vet.
Obstructive Objects
If you are concerned that they have eaten something that could obstruct their airways, or digestive system you should also contact the vet. This is a significant thing to do if your dog got into the trash, as they could’ve eaten anything in there.
Dogs will eat whatever smells yummy, even if it is actually the packaging of something, they cannot tell what is edible and what isn’t.
This means that they could eat something, and it could get stuck in their throat or gut. If you think they have eaten something they cannot digest, do not take the risk and get them to the vets asap.
Dog Bloat
You should always be on the lookout for dog bloat. Some dogs can endure more meals and snacks, but some may get bloated. If your dog is experiencing this, you need to recognize the symptoms pronto and take action. It is actually very harmful.
This is an issue that happens if your dog’s gut extends quickly to make room for a significant amount of food that has been eaten very fast. Thai triggers bloating, some dogs can deal with a bit of bloating, others cannot.
It can be very dangerous as it can make your dog’s stomach twist (common in some dogs more than others), and this can be deadly. It is serious and requires an immediate veterinary visit.
Symptoms of this illness include uncontrollable vomiting, restlessness and pacing, and panting or drooling excessively.
There are some other symptoms, but these are the ones that signal dog bloat the most. Remember, always stay cautious when it comes to your pet’s health, they are not quite as hardy as us.
