Monitor Your Dog’s Health
- Observe your dog for any signs of discomfort, such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or abdominal pain.
Contact Your Veterinarian
- If you notice any concerning symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Assess the Size and Type of Onigiri
- If the onigiri was small and soft, it may pass through your dog’s digestive system without issue.
- However, if the onigiri was large, hard, or contained any harmful ingredients, it could pose a risk.
Ingredients of Concern
- Raw fish: Some raw fish, such as tuna, can be contaminated with parasites that can affect dogs.
- Salty ingredients: High levels of salt can lead to electrolyte imbalances in dogs.
- Dairy products: Some dogs are lactose intolerant and may experience digestive upset from dairy products.
Treatment
- Your veterinarian may recommend inducing vomiting to remove the onigiri if it was ingested within the last few hours.
- They may also administer activated charcoal to absorb toxins.
- If the onigiri has already passed through your dog’s digestive system, supportive care may be necessary, such as fluids and anti-nausea medication.
Prevention
- Keep onigiris and other human foods out of reach of your dog.
- Never feed your dog cooked bones, as they can splinter and cause internal damage.
- Train your dog to not beg for food.
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