What to do if your dog swallows something small?

You should always be weary of what your dog is up to and what they are chewing/eating. It can become unpredictable with dogs when they chew things and spit them out and when they chew things and swallow them.

Always play it safe and make sure nothing harmful is at reach of your dog. If something has been swallowed and possibly lodged in their throat i.e. a ball or toy, then you need two people to solve the problem.

The first person needs to hold the dog and open their mouth as wide as possible, not blocking their nose, and try to hold out the tongue. The other person should try to grasp the item with their fingers or using a plier if needed. If you feel that you can not grasp it or your pushing it further back, then stop and bring the dog straight to an emergency vet. Whenever bringing an animal to an emergency vet, make sure you ring before you leave to make sure someone if there and they are ready for you.