View Single Post
Old 06-01-2009, 05:25 PM   #10
mscat
YT 3000 Club Member
 
mscat's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Hanford, CA
Posts: 4,895
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ladymom View Post
Did she actually eat the cob itself? It won't digest if she did and can cause a potentially fatal blockage.

Corn on the cob: This is not a toxic product. Corn kernels are a commonly-recommended ingredient in homemade diets. However, if swallowed whole on the cob, it is the right size and shape to block an intestine. This will initially seem like your dog is constipated dog with abdominal pain. However it can become serious if not cleared, as it can damage the intestine wall. Food backing up behind the blockage will do more damage to the intestine and can lead to perforation and a very sick dog. Surgical intervention is generally required to remove corn cobs.

Toxic foods for dogs and cats | Pet Shed Community

Corn Cobs

Many dogs have suffered and, in some cases, died after eating corn-on-the-cob, when the corn cob caused partial or complete intestinal obstruction. Never allow your dog access to corn cobs.

American Dog Trainers Network -- Safety Tips for Dogs -- Holiday & Seasonal Hazards

Homemade Dog Food Dangers: Table Foods That Harm Dogs | Suite101.com
This is frightning thank you for the information .
Suzi has not vomited anymore then a few times . she also had a huge poop. What she did with the cob was chew on it.
I understand now how dangerous this is , and will never allow her to have one again !
__________________
"No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."
mscat is offline   Reply With Quote
Welcome Guest!
Not Registered?

Join today and remove this ad!