Last Updated on January 10, 2020
Although the esophagus can stretch, large pits can get stuck and cause long-lasting damage. And even after removing the object, the body may form less-stretchy scar tissue while healing, which can make it painful or difficult for the dog’s esophagus to pass food.
#3 – Intestinal Obstruction
In case a large pit or too many small pits made it into the dog’s stomach, there’s a good chance it may get stuck down there, turning into an intestinal obstruction. Signs of a foreign body obstruction include loss of appetite, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting. The only treatment is surgery.
