Last Updated on January 10, 2020
This can be severely painful for the poor furry creature. What’s worse, if the fractures reached the dog’s gums, the entire tooth will require removal to avoid infection and jaw bone disease.
#2 – Esophagus Damage
Even if the stone fruit didn’t harm the dog’s teeth, the pit’s sharp edges may damage the esophagus. The latter has a delicate lining that can be torn by chemical or physical injury, which leads to severe conditions like an esophageal ulcer or esophagitis, while a full tear may cause pneumonia.
