How long has he not taken food or drink? Is he still passing urine and feces? Are his gums pink (good), or white (bad)? Does he have a fever? If this has been ongoing, he's not going potty, and his gums are pink, it's emergency vet time because he could have a blockage or internal bleeding.

For upset stomach, my vet suggests one (human, OTC) Pepcid every 12 hrs. Maybe switch out his food for something bland, like equal parts white rice (not the instant kind) and boiled chicken or plain ground beef. I'd give the option of drinking some poultry broth in addition to water. Sometimes that will entice them to eat and drink, and they'll be getting more protein, but it'll be gentler on the stomach.

Obviously he's been eating things that aren't edible and you don't know what else could be in there. If your instinct tells you not to wait, take him in. No one knows your dog better than you and it's better to be safe than sorry.

Libby answered on 9/3/11. Helpful? / 1