{"id":23234,"date":"2022-03-25T11:12:37","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:12:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:12:37","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:12:37","slug":"what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if my dog eats sand?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_sand\" title=\"What happens if my dog eats sand?\">What happens if my dog eats sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_sand\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from eating sand?\">How do I stop my dog from eating sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Why_do_dogs_eat_sand\" title=\"Why do dogs eat sand?\">Why do dogs eat sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_has_sand_impaction\" title=\"How do you know if your dog has sand impaction?\">How do you know if your dog has sand impaction?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Will_my_dog_be_OK_after_eats_sand\" title=\"Will my dog be OK after eats sand?\">Will my dog be OK after eats sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_pass_sand\" title=\"How can I help my dog pass sand?\">How can I help my dog pass sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Why_is_my_dog_eating_sand\" title=\"Why is my dog eating sand?\">Why is my dog eating sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_eating_sand\" title=\"Why does my dog keep eating sand?\">Why does my dog keep eating sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_eating_dirt\" title=\"What can I give my dog to stop eating dirt?\">What can I give my dog to stop eating dirt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Why_do_dogs_eat_sand_or_dirt\" title=\"Why do dogs eat sand or dirt?\">Why do dogs eat sand or dirt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Is_it_bad_for_dogs_to_eat_sand\" title=\"Is it bad for dogs to eat sand?\">Is it bad for dogs to eat sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Why_do_older_dogs_eat_sand\" title=\"Why do older dogs eat sand?\">Why do older dogs eat sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#What_minerals_are_dogs_lacking_when_they_eat_dirt\" title=\"What minerals are dogs lacking when they eat dirt?\">What minerals are dogs lacking when they eat dirt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#How_do_you_get_rid_of_sand_impaction_in_dogs\" title=\"How do you get rid of sand impaction in dogs?\">How do you get rid of sand impaction in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_sand_impaction\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has sand impaction?\">How do I know if my dog has sand impaction?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_sand\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats sand?\">What happens if a dog eats sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-sand\/#Can_sand_cause_intestinal_blockage\" title=\"Can sand cause intestinal blockage?\">Can sand cause intestinal blockage?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_sand\"><\/span>What happens if my dog eats sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a dog swallows enough sand <b>it can cause a blockage in the intestine, which is called sand impaction. Signs of this serious condition, which requires urgent veterinary treatment, include vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_sand\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from eating sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Provide a distraction whenever your dog starts eating dirt. You can distract them with a verbal command or a loud noise, or by offering a toy to chew on instead. Leash your dog whenever you go outside so you can lead them away from areas with exposed soil.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_eat_sand\"><\/span>Why do dogs eat sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs often explore the world through their mouths. This is one of the items commonly referred to as pica- eating dirt, sand, clay, chalk, paper, string, fabric, plastic. <b>Nutritional deficiencies, electrolyte imbalances, and starvation can lead to pica<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_has_sand_impaction\"><\/span>How do you know if your dog has sand impaction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common symptoms of sand impaction include <b>vomiting, seeming constipated, pain in the abdomen, loss of appetite, or becoming lethargic after visiting the beach or playground with sand. Signs can develop anywhere from a few hours after exposure to a few days later.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_dog_be_OK_after_eats_sand\"><\/span>Will my dog be OK after eats sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If a dog swallows enough sand it can cause a blockage in the intestine, which is called sand impaction. Signs of this serious condition, which requires urgent veterinary treatment, include vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_pass_sand\"><\/span>How can I help my dog pass sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Watch your dog closely at the beach.<\/b><b>If you see him gobbling up the sand, tell him to leave it. When you go to the beach, consider taking toys that won&#8217;t absorb as much sand as a tennis ball, for example a plastic Frisbee. Take plenty of fresh water and be sure to make it available to your dog at all times.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_eating_sand\"><\/span>Why is my dog eating sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common symptoms of sand impaction include <b>vomiting, seeming constipated, pain in the abdomen, loss of appetite, or becoming lethargic after visiting the beach or playground with sand. Signs can develop anywhere from a few hours after exposure to a few days later.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_eating_sand\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep eating sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a dog swallows enough sand <b>it can cause a blockage in the intestine, which is called sand impaction. Signs of this serious condition, which requires urgent veterinary treatment, include vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_eating_dirt\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to stop eating dirt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs often explore the world through their mouths. This is one of the items commonly referred to as pica- eating dirt, sand, clay, chalk, paper, string, fabric, plastic. <b>Nutritional deficiencies, electrolyte imbalances, and starvation can lead to pica. Please do not allow your dog to eat objects that can cause harm.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_eat_sand_or_dirt\"><\/span>Why do dogs eat sand or dirt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Provide a distraction whenever your dog starts eating dirt. You can distract them with <b>a verbal command or a loud noise, or by offering a toy to chew on instead. Leash your dog whenever you go outside so you can lead them away from areas with exposed soil.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_bad_for_dogs_to_eat_sand\"><\/span>Is it bad for dogs to eat sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If a dog swallows enough sand it can cause a blockage in the intestine, which is called sand impaction. Signs of this serious condition, which requires urgent veterinary treatment, include vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_older_dogs_eat_sand\"><\/span>Why do older dogs eat sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Provide a distraction whenever your dog starts eating dirt. You can distract them with a verbal command or a loud noise, or by offering a toy to chew on instead. Leash your dog whenever you go outside so you can lead them away from areas with exposed soil.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_minerals_are_dogs_lacking_when_they_eat_dirt\"><\/span>What minerals are dogs lacking when they eat dirt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many causes, including nutritional, behavioral, and physical. <b>Stress or boredom can also lead to eating all sorts of things, including dirt. If your dog is continually eating dirt, you shouldn&#8217;t discount this behavior, as it could be a sign of a bigger issue, such as: Anemia (low red blood cell count)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_rid_of_sand_impaction_in_dogs\"><\/span>How do you get rid of sand impaction in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The important aspects of treatment include <b>fluid therapy or medication to assist in moving the sand along the intestines. In severe cases, surgery may be needed. As sand ingestion is often accidental, it can be a challenge to avoid a case of sand impaction.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_sand_impaction\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has sand impaction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common symptoms of sand impaction include <b>vomiting, seeming constipated, pain in the abdomen, loss of appetite, or becoming lethargic after visiting the beach or playground with sand. Signs can develop anywhere from a few hours after exposure to a few days later.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_sand\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a dog swallows enough sand <b>it can cause a blockage in the intestine, which is called sand impaction. Signs of this serious condition, which requires urgent veterinary treatment, include vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_sand_cause_intestinal_blockage\"><\/span>Can sand cause intestinal blockage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Large amounts of sand, ingested, e.g. on the beach, can result in small intestinal obstruction, and may cause ulceration of the intestinal mucosa, haemorrhage and altered motility (Papazoglou et al.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if my dog eats sand?How do I stop my dog from eating sand?Why do dogs eat sand?How do you know if your dog has sand impaction?Will my dog be OK after eats sand?How can I help my dog pass sand?Why is my dog eating sand?Why does my dog keep eating&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23234"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23234"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23234\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23234"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23234"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23234"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}