Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for dogs to eat dead animals found in the yard or on walks. Thankfully, in most cases the worst that may occur is some stomach upset (vomiting or diarrhea). Monitor for GI upset (vomiting and/or diarrhea), lethargy, loss of appetite or abdominal pain.
What happens if a dog eats a dead bird?
Try to prevent your pet from eating/touching dead birds. If your pet develops diarrhea after eating a dead bird, it is probably not a health concern for anyone else but Salmonella infection is possible, so consider taking your dog to the veterinarian.
How do I know if my dog ate a bird?
If you didn't see your dog eat the bird, keep a close eye on your dog for signs such as diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, appetite loss, dehydration and lethargy or weakness.
How do I know if my dog ate a dead animal?
Some clinical signs that may develop include vomiting, loss of appetite, lethargy, or diarrhea.
What do you do when your dog picks up a dead bird?
The only problem would be if the bird had died from being poisoned, and that is extremely rare. Just watch him and take him to the vet if he goes off food or starts vomiting or having diarrhea.
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